In a tragic turn of events, at least 22 people were killed in a strike on a makeshift mosque in a displacement camp in west Gaza City. The head of the emergency room at Al-Ahli Hospital, Dr. Amjad Elewa, confirmed the death toll, with 20 men killed in the initial strike and two more succumbing to their injuries the following day.
The bombing occurred during the noon prayer, as confirmed by Gaza’s Civil Defense spokesman Mahmoud Basal. The injuries sustained were severe, requiring amputation operations. Video footage from the scene depicted a harrowing sight, with bodies scattered among prayer mats, and many victims missing limbs.
The UN Human Rights Office also weighed in on the incident, highlighting the lack of prior warning for the attacks. The IDF has not yet issued a statement regarding the incident but reports suggest that the strike may have targeted Hamas’ military chief.
As this story continues to unfold, stay tuned for updates on this devastating event.
