The Palestinian Authority announced on the 23rd that at least 120 Palestinians were killed in the past 48 hours by Israeli airstrikes throughout the Palestinian territory of Gaza. In this photo, a Palestinian man inspects a house that was destroyed in an Israeli attack on the 21st (2024 Reuters / Mahmoud Issa)
[カイロ 23日 ロイター] – The Palestinian Authority announced on the 23rd that at least 120 Palestinians were killed in the past 48 hours by Israeli airstrikes throughout the Palestinian territory of Gaza. Israeli forces also attacked a hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, injuring medical staff and destroying medical equipment.
According to the Palestinian Authority, seven members of a family were killed in an attack on a house in Zeitoun, a suburb of Gaza City. The rest were killed in attacks in central and southern Gaza.
A spokesman for the Islamic group Hamas said that an Israeli woman belonging to Hamas was killed in a northern area attacked by Israeli forces, and he blamed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
An Israeli military spokesman said Hamas’ news that the hostage had died was “unconfirmed or denied at this time” and that an investigation was ongoing.
Kamal Adwan Hospital is one of three medical facilities in the northern Gaza Strip believed to have been attacked. The Israeli military said it was “not aware of any attacks near the hospital” and stressed it was working to avoid harming civilians.
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2024-11-24 06:17:00
**Given the recent attack on a hospital in Gaza, how can the international community balance holding parties accountable for potential war crimes while also encouraging a ceasefire and humanitarian aid access?**
## Interview: Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza
**Welcome to World Today News! Today we delve into the devastating situation in Gaza, where Palestinian authorities report significant loss of life due to Israeli airstrikes.**
**Joining us are two esteemed guests:**
* **Professor Elias Khalil:** A Middle East expert and professor of International Relations at the University of Cairo.
* **Ms. Sarah Cohen:** A journalist with extensive experience covering the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
**Let’s begin with the immediate situation.**
**(Section 1: Impact of Airstrikes)**
* Professor Khalil, can you provide your insights into the humanitarian consequences of these airstrikes on the civilian population in Gaza?
* Ms. Cohen, based on your experience reporting from the region, what are the most pressing needs for the people of Gaza right now? What aid and support are crucial at this juncture?
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Beyond the immediate impact, we need to understand the broader context.**
**(Section 2: Root Causes and Escalation)**
* Professor Khalil, what do you see as the underlying factors contributing to this escalation of violence?
* Ms. Cohen, what are the potential triggers for future escalation? How can we break the cycle of violence and achieve a lasting ceasefire?
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The article mentions the attack on a hospital in northern Gaza. This raises serious concerns about civilian casualties and potential war crimes.**
**(Section 3: International Law and Accountability)**
* Ms. Cohen, what are the legal implications of attacking medical facilities during a conflict?
* Professor Khalil, what steps should the international community take to ensure accountability and prevent future breaches of international law?
**(Section 4: Paths to Peace)**
* Professor Khalil, in your view, what are the most viable pathways to achieving a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
* Ms. Cohen, what role can diplomacy and international cooperation play in de-escalation and ultimately finding a lasting solution?
We’ll now open the floor for questions from our audience.
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*(Note:* This structured interview format allows for a nuanced and insightful discussion on a complex topic. The open-ended questions are designed to encourage critical thinking, diverse perspectives, and engagement from both
guests and the audience.)