Tragedy struck in Gaza’s southernmost city of Rafah as an Israeli air strike claimed the lives of at least 10 individuals, including six innocent children. This devastating incident occurred amidst Israel’s ongoing offensive in the besieged Palestinian territory.
The community gathered for funerals to mourn the victims of the deadly strike that targeted Rafah’s Tal as-Sultan neighborhood. Heart-wrenching scenes unfolded at al-Najjar Hospital, where grieving relatives bid farewell to their loved ones, wrapped in white shrouds.
The casualties of this senseless attack included Abdel-Fattah Sobhi Radwan, his wife Najlaa Ahmed Aweidah, and their three children, as well as other families who lost multiple members. The pain and sorrow were palpable as loved ones struggled to come to terms with the tragic loss.
Amidst the grief, Ahmed Barhoum expressed his anguish, condemning the attack that claimed the lives of innocent women and children. The brutality of the assault left a deep scar on the community, shattering any semblance of humanity.
A young Palestinian mourns over the bodies of children killed in Israeli bombing in Rafah [AFP]
Al Jazeera’s correspondent, Hani Mahmoud, described the heartbreaking scenes as bodies were laid to rest, emphasizing the devastating impact on the innocent lives lost. The wounds inflicted were severe, leaving no chance for survival in the midst of the chaos.
Despite the tragedy, the Israeli military’s assault persisted, further escalating the situation in Rafah. The relentless violence continued unabated, leaving the community reeling from the ongoing turmoil.
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