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Israeli Tanks Kill Child, Relatives, and Rescuers in Gaza
world-news1 year ago

Israeli Tanks Kill Child, Relatives, and Rescuers in Gaza

A six-year-old Palestinian girl, Hind Rajab, and the paramedics trying to save her were killed by Israeli tanks in Gaza City. Hind had called for help as the lone survivor of an attack, but the area was an active combat zone, and despite prior coordination, the ambulance was targeted and destroyed. The girl's mother is calling for accountability, while Israel has not released an official statement. The incident has raised accusations and concerns about the targeting of civilians and medical personnel in the conflict.

Israeli Attacks on West Bank Medics Prompt Bulletproof Vest Distribution
conflicthealthcare2 years ago

Israeli Attacks on West Bank Medics Prompt Bulletproof Vest Distribution

Attacks on Palestinian medics by Israeli soldiers in the West Bank have surged, with incidents more than quadrupling in the first half of 2023 compared to the same period last year, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent Society. Israeli soldiers have physically assaulted medics, targeted their ambulances with live ammunition and tear gas, and blocked their access to the injured. The Red Crescent has filed complaints, but they often disappear without any response. The spike in incidents reflects a shift in Israeli tactics, with reports of IDF vehicles blocking or pushing ambulances. The International Committee of the Red Cross has expressed concern about the increase in violence against medical workers and the potential life or death consequences for those in need of medical treatment.