Deadly Israeli airstrike kills 100+ in Gaza City
Gaza City in Chaos: Deadly Strike on School Kills at Least 100
Devastation and Anguish in Gaza
A devastating strike on a school in Gaza City has left at least 100 people dead, with many more missing, according to a spokesperson with Gaza’s civil defense. The attack, which occurred late last night, has sent shockwaves throughout the region, with civilians caught in the crossfire.
The Attack
The strike, which was carried out by Israeli forces, targeted the Tabin school, which had been converted into a shelter for thousands of displaced Palestinians. The school was hit by three rockets, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
Casualties and Missing
According to reports, at least 100 people have been killed in the attack, with many more missing. The spokesperson for Gaza’s civil defense said that a large number of bodies have been recovered, but many more are still unaccounted for.
Israel’s Response
In a statement released tonight, Israeli forces admitted to carrying out the strikes, but claimed that the school was not just a shelter for displaced Palestinians. Instead, they said that the school was a Hamas command and control center, embedded inside a mosque in the school compound.
"We struck terrorists operating in a Hamas command and control center embedded inside a mosque in the school compound, killing 19 militants using three precise munitions," the statement read.
Series of Deadly Strikes
The attack on the school is just one of a series of deadly air strikes in Gaza over the last 24 hours. Civilians in the region are living in fear, with many caught in the line of fire.
Eyewitness Accounts
Eyewitnesses described the scene as "apocalyptic," with buildings reduced to rubble and people running for their lives. "I saw people running, screaming, and crying," said one eyewitness. "It was like the end of the world."
International Reaction
The international community has condemned the attack, with many calling for an immediate ceasefire. The United Nations has called for an investigation into the attack, and has urged both sides to work towards a peaceful resolution.
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