Tragedy struck in Gaza as eight people lost their lives in an Israeli strike on a United Nations school building, according to hospital officials in the area. The attack resulted in numerous wounded victims, including children, who were promptly taken to the Al Aqsa Martyrs Hospital for urgent medical care.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that the strike was a 'precise' one on a former school for girls in the region. The IDF alleged that the school building was being utilized as a command and control center by Hamas militants.
In a statement, the IDF mentioned, 'The command and control center, situated within a compound that previously functioned as the 'Nuseirat Girls' School, was utilized by Hamas terrorists for planning and executing attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel.'
The IDF emphasized that they took various measures to minimize risks to civilians during the operation. These measures included the use of precise munitions, aerial surveillance, and additional intelligence to ensure the safety of non-combatants in the vicinity.
This incident underscores the ongoing conflict in the region and the challenges faced by civilians caught in the crossfire. The loss of lives, particularly of innocent individuals, is a stark reminder of the human cost of such military actions.
