Israeli Airstrike on Nuseirat UNRWA School Kills 17, Injures 70

Jul 14, 2024, 01:56 PM

An Israeli airstrike targeted the Abu Ariban UNRWA school in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday, resulting in significant casualties among displaced Palestinian families. The attack killed at least 17 people, including many women and children, and injured dozens more. Earlier reports indicated 12, 13, and 14 fatalities at different points. The school was serving as a shelter for thousands of displaced individuals, with 70 reported injured. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the strike, stating that terrorists were using the school as a hideout and headquarters for planning attacks. Palestinian sources reported that a second missile struck as people rushed to help the injured, exacerbating the casualties. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.