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Harris Urges Ceasefire as Gaza School Airstrike Kills Over 100

Aug 10, 2024, 06:14 PM

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris addressed pro-Palestinian protesters during a campaign stop in Arizona, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire in Gaza. This comes amid reports of a deadly Israeli airstrike on the Al-Taba'een School in Gaza City, which was sheltering displaced Palestinians. The strike reportedly killed over 100 people, including women and children, although the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed the site was a Hamas command center with 19 Hamas operatives. The incident has sparked international condemnation, with countries like Saudi Arabia, France, and Canada criticizing the attack. Harris reiterated that Israel has a responsibility to avoid civilian casualties.