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Israeli Air Strike on Gaza Displacement Camp Kills at Least 19, Hamas and Victims Contest Target Claims

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Hamas officials reported that an Israeli airstrike on a camp for displaced people in Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 19 individuals. The camp, located in southern Gaza’s Khan Younis, was designated as a humanitarian zone by Israel. This attack has sparked controversy as the strike targeted what Israel describes as a Hamas command and control complex, claiming to rely on precise munitions to minimize civilian casualties. However, witnesses and families of the victims tell a different story, highlighting the devastating impact on civilians, including women and children, who believed they were in a safe zone.

  • Hamas claims an Israeli airstrike killed at least 19 people in a designated safe zone in Gaza.
  • The strike targeted a camp for displaced people in Khan Younis, causing significant casualties among families.
  • Israel asserts the attack was aimed at a Hamas command and control complex, using precise munitions to avoid civilian casualties.
  • Victims’ families and witnesses dispute Israel’s account, emphasizing the civilian nature of the casualties.
  • The Norwegian Refugee Council comments on the repeated endangerment of civilians in so-called safe zones.
  • International humanitarian law’s principles of distinction, precaution, and proportionality are discussed in relation to the attack.
  • Concerns are raised about the living conditions in humanitarian zones, with over 30,000 people per square kilometer lacking basic necessities.
  • The need for a ceasefire to protect civilian life and prevent further death is emphasized.

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