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Israeli Airstrike on Gaza School Kills Over 100, Including 19 Hamas Members, Sparks Global Calls for Ceasefire

Aug 10, 2024, 11:46 AM

A recent Israeli airstrike on the Al-Taba’een School in Gaza City has resulted in significant casualties, with reports indicating that over 100 people, including many civilians, were killed. The school was reportedly being used as a shelter for displaced Palestinians when it was targeted. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated that the strike aimed at a Hamas command and control center located within the school, confirming the deaths of at least 19 Hamas members. The IDF used three precise bombs in the attack. However, Hamas denies the presence of a command center at the site. This incident has sparked international condemnation, with calls for an immediate ceasefire from global leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Efforts led by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar to mediate a ceasefire are ongoing, with widespread support from various countries. The attack has intensified debates over military actions in Gaza and the humanitarian impact on civilians.