The director of Kamel Adwan Hospital, in the north of the Gaza Strip, was seriously injured overnight from Saturday to Sunday after a drone attack on the establishment, and eleven Gazans were killed in Israeli strikes, said the Civil Defense of the Palestinian Territory.
The Kamel Adwan hospital is one of the last to still partially operate in the Palestinian territory which is in the grip of a serious humanitarian crisis.
Hossam Abou Safiyeh was injured in the back and thigh by metal fragments after an attack on the hospital complex, Civil Defense spokesperson Mahmoud Bassal told AFP.
After losing a lot of blood, the doctor is now in a “stable” condition, reported Mr. Bassal, who specified that bombs had been dropped by an Israeli drone on several parts of the hospital located in Beit Lahia, in the extreme north of the territory.
Teams at this hospital have reported several strikes on the establishment in recent days, with the World Health Organization (WHO) saying it is “deeply concerned” by the situation of 80 patients, including eight in intensive care, and staff.
Hospitals in the Gaza Strip have been hit multiple times since the start of Israel’s war of extermination of the Palestinians.
The Israeli army claims, as it does every time, that Hamas uses these buildings as bases, hiding its activities among civilians, which Hamas and caregivers categorically deny.
The north of the Palestinian territory is the scene of a major offensive, launched on October 6 by the Israeli army under the pretext of wanting to prevent the movement from reconstituting its forces there.
On Sunday morning, Civil Defense also announced 11 deaths, “including children”, in two airstrikes on refugee camps, al-Bureij and al-Maghazi, in the center of the Gaza Strip, and gunfire. artillery at Beit Lahia.
Witnesses also reported to AFP intense artillery fire in the al-Mawasi area (south).
“I’m afraid,” said Rania Abou Jazar, 30, who left her makeshift shelter, a tent, in the early morning when the shooting intensified in this area.
“My children are hungry, and the milk from my daughter Amal (aged one year, editor’s note) remained in the tent,” she explains. “If we come back, they could bomb us again, the tanks don’t go into detail, they kill women and children.”
Hezbollah fires missiles at base near Tel Aviv
On the Lebanese front, Hezbollah said it launched missiles at an Israeli army intelligence base on the outskirts of Tel Aviv, the second such attack in the area on Sunday.
Hezbollah fighters launched “a salvo of missiles” at “Glilot base”, the headquarters of Military Intelligence Unit 8200, “on the outskirts of Tel Aviv”, the pro-Iranian warring group said open against Israel since September, in a press release.
This was confirmed by the Israeli army, which announced that around 160 ”projectiles” were fired towards Israel on Sunday by the Hezbollah movement in Lebanon, saying it had intercepted some of them.
Until 3:00 p.m. local time (1:00 p.m. GMT) on Sunday, 160 projectiles were fired by Hezbollah towards Israel, she said. According to Magen David Adom, the Israeli equivalent of the Red Cross, and certain hospitals, several people were injured, one of them quite seriously. (What about AFP)
**What specific provisions of international humanitarian law does the attack on the Kamel Adwan Hospital potentially violate, and how do these violations impact the legal and ethical obligations of warring parties in Gaza?**
## World Today News: Interview on the Gaza Crisis
**Welcome back to World Today News.** Joining us today are two esteemed guests to discuss the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the latest developments in the conflict. Dr. Lena **Al-Salem**, a leading expert on international humanitarian law and conflict zones, and Mr. Daniel **Cohen**, a geopolitical analyst specializing in Middle Eastern affairs.
**Section 1: The Kamel Adwan Hospital Attack**
**Host:** Dr. Al-Salem, the attack on Kamel Adwan Hospital is deeply concerning. It’s one of the few medical facilities still partially operational in Gaza. What are your thoughts on the targeting of civilian infrastructure, particularly hospitals, during armed conflict? What does international law say about this?
**Dr. Al-Salem:**
**(Allows Dr. Al-Salem to discuss the legal ramifications and ethical implications of the attack, potentially referencing specific international conventions like the Geneva Conventions.)**
**Host:** Mr. Cohen, how do you see this attack resonating within the wider context of the conflict? What potential implications does it have for peace negotiations and public opinion both within the region and internationally?
**Mr. Cohen:**
**(Allows Mr. Cohen to analyze the geopolitical significance of the attack, discussing its impact on public perception and potential consequences for ongoing negotiations.)**
**Section 2: Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza**
**Host:** The situation in Gaza is dire, with severe shortages of essential supplies and an alarming number of civilian casualties. Dr. Al-Salem, can you paint a picture of the humanitarian situation on the ground? What are the most pressing needs?
**Dr. Al-Salem:**
**(Invites Dr. Al-Salem to describe the current humanitarian situation, highlighting the struggles of civilians and the urgent needs for aid and medical assistance.)**
**Host:** Mr. Cohen, what measures do you believe can be taken to alleviate the suffering of civilians in Gaza? What role should the international community play in mediating a ceasefire and ensuring the delivery of humanitarian aid?
**Mr. Cohen:**
**(Prompts Mr. Cohen to propose solutions and discuss the responsibilities of various actors in addressing the humanitarian crisis.)**
**Section 3: Hezbollah’s Involvement**
**Host:** The article mentions Hezbollah’s missile attacks on Israeli territory. Mr. Cohen, how do you interpret Hezbollah’s escalation? What are its strategic objectives in targeting Israeli military facilities near Tel Aviv?
**Mr. Cohen:**
**(Encourages Mr. Cohen to analyze Hezbollah’s motivations and assess the potential consequences of its actions.)**
**Host:** Dr. Al-Salem, how does Hezbollah’s involvement complicate the conflict? What are the potential risks of the situation escalating further, and what becomes the role of international organizations in mediating the tensions?
**Dr. Al-Salem:**
**(Invites Dr. Al-Salem to evaluate the wider implications of Hezbollah’s involvement and discuss the potential for de-escalation.)**
**Closing Remarks**
**Host:** Thank you both for your insightful perspectives on this complex and rapidly evolving situation. The ongoing conflict in Gaza and the wider region demands our attention and calls for urgent action to protect civilian lives and achieve a lasting peace. This discussion hopefully sheds light on the multifaceted nature of the crisis and encourages a deeper understanding of the challenges facing all parties involved.
**We encourage our viewers to stay informed and engage in constructive dialogue on these critical issues.**
