The UAE strongly condemns the Israeli missile strike on a Gaza hospital, where over 500 people lost their lives. The facility was crowded with wounded individuals and displaced residents seeking shelter. The UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed deep regret for the loss of life and held Israel responsible.
They called for an immediate halt to hostilities and emphasized the protection of civilians and civilian institutions in line with international humanitarian law. The UAE urged the international community to work towards an immediate ceasefire and to strive for a comprehensive and just peace to prevent further violence and instability in the region.
Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, stressed the importance of safeguarding innocent lives in times of conflict. Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey also joined the UAE in condemning Israel for the incident. The death toll in Gaza has now reached 3,000, with over 12,500 injured since the conflict began.
Several hospitals in Gaza are serving as shelters for those trying to evade bombardment after Israel ordered evacuations. The Israeli military denied responsibility for the strike, which has garnered condemnation from international organizations and nations worldwide.
The World Health Organization strongly condemns the attack and insists that healthcare should never be targeted according to international humanitarian law.
