Devastation in Gaza: Israeli Strikes Hit UN-Run School, Over 50 Dead in Renewed Assaults
Ambulances at the scene of a strike that hit a school in Khan Younis
In a surge of violence, Israeli forces launched intensified air and ground assaults on Gaza, with devastating consequences for civilian infrastructure and human life. Among the tragic incidents, a UN-run school sheltering displaced families was struck, resulting in significant casualties. This development marks another grim chapter in an already catastrophic conflict.
UN-Run School Targeted Without Warning A UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) school in Gaza was bombed without prior warning, according to reports from Al Jazeera. The attack claimed the lives of at least 20 people, many of whom were women and children seeking refuge from the ongoing violence. The school was one of many shelters designated for displaced civilians amid the relentless Israeli military campaign.
UN officials have strongly condemned the strike, labelling it a breach of international humanitarian law. Philippe Lazzarini, head of UNRWA, described the attack as “shocking and completely unjustifiable.” The incident has sparked renewed calls for accountability and an immediate ceasefire to protect civilians trapped in the conflict.
Death Toll Rises as Air and Ground Assaults Escalate In addition to the school bombing, Israeli air and ground offensives across Gaza led to the deaths of at least 54 people in a 24-hour period. Sky News reports that the strikes targeted several densely populated areas, including residential buildings and shelters. The heavy bombardment has intensified, with local health officials warning of a mounting humanitarian crisis as hospitals become overwhelmed with casualties.
The Israeli military has defended its actions, claiming they are targeting Hamas militants and military infrastructure. However, critics argue that the disproportionate impact on civilians raises serious ethical and legal questions.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens The ongoing conflict has left Gaza on the brink of collapse, with essential services like healthcare, water, and electricity in dire straits. The UN has repeatedly warned of a “disastrous situation” for Gaza’s 2.3 million residents, many of whom have nowhere to flee due to the blockade and relentless shelling. Reports of overcrowded shelters, limited medical supplies, and the targeting of civilian infrastructure have drawn international condemnation.
As the violence escalates, global pressure mounts on both sides to broker a ceasefire. The bombing of a UN-run school and the deaths of over 50 civilians in a single day underscore the urgent need for accountability and protection of non-combatants. With humanitarian conditions deteriorating rapidly, the world watches as Gaza’s plight grows ever more desperate.
