All articles tagged with #siege
Originally Published 13 days ago — by DW
Russia has reopened the historic Mariupol Drama Theater after more than three years, following its destruction during the 2022 siege that killed civilians and symbolized the city's devastation. The reopening, marked by a performance in St. Petersburg, has been condemned by Ukrainian authorities as an attempt at Russification and concealment of war crimes.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
Satellite images reveal that a 31km earthen barrier is being constructed around the besieged Sudanese city of el-Fasher by the RSF, aiming to trap civilians and control access amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises, with reports of civilian targeting and destruction.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Unicef
After 500 days of siege in Al Fasher, Sudan, children face severe malnutrition, violence, and displacement, with limited access to aid and escalating health crises including cholera outbreaks, prompting urgent calls for humanitarian intervention.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
South African police have employed siege tactics to combat illegal mining activities, sparking a debate over the effectiveness and ethics of such methods. The approach aims to curb the dangerous and unregulated mining operations that have proliferated in the country, but it has also raised concerns about potential human rights violations and the broader implications for communities involved in these activities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
A mass grave has been found at al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, which had been under a two-week siege by the Israeli army, rendering the facility inoperable. The siege has turned the hospital into a graveyard, putting what was once Gaza’s largest medical complex out of service.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Israeli troops have withdrawn from Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital after a 14-day siege, leaving behind destruction and bodies scattered across the complex. The IDF claims to have killed Hamas militants and seized weaponry and intelligence documents, while Gaza's Civil Defense reports finding at least 300 bodies so far. The hospital is largely destroyed, making it difficult for medical crews to recover bodies and aid survivors. International organizations have condemned the siege, warning of a looming famine in northern Gaza.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Israeli military sources are calling the weeklong raid on Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa, one of the "single largest and most successful" operations in the ongoing war with Hamas. The IDF claims to have detained over 800 men, with about 480 of them being Hamas or Islamic Jihad members, and more than 140 Hamas terrorists killed. The hospital, which is sheltering around 3,000 civilians, is reportedly facing a siege with limited food and water, and reports of buildings in the vicinity being detonated. Israeli officials allege that militants are holed up inside the hospital, while Hamas denies the accusations and claims that the IDF is deliberately targeting civilians.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Middle East Eye
Israeli forces destroyed the main surgical building at Gaza City's al-Shifa Hospital and ordered the evacuation of displaced Palestinians inside, following a four-day siege. The army warned those trapped inside to leave before targeting the entire facility, and also blew up several homes in the vicinity. The Israeli army claimed to have killed 140 Palestinians, while Hamas denies having fighters inside the hospital. The raid is seen as an attempt to pressure truce negotiations and has led to a loss of communication with medical staff inside the hospital.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
A 13-hour siege of a hotel near Somalia’s presidential palace in Mogadishu ended with the killing of al-Shabab fighters by security forces, resulting in three soldiers killed and 27 people wounded. The attack, claimed by al-Shabab, highlighted the group's ability to strike the capital despite military efforts by the government, local militias, and international support. Al-Shabab, which has been waging war against the Somali government for over 16 years, continues to maintain a strong presence in rural Somalia and has carried out numerous attacks, including on the SYL Hotel, a high-security area opposite the presidential palace.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Ukrainian forces defending Avdiivka faced exhaustion, dwindling ammunition, and overwhelming Russian numbers, leading to the city's loss after a two-year defense. The Russians utilized glide bombs, special forces ambushes, and relentless airstrikes, while Ukrainian soldiers lacked reinforcements and resupply. Morale plummeted, a battalion commander disappeared under murky circumstances, and the decision to withdraw was made to avoid a deadly siege. The loss of Avdiivka raises concerns for Ukraine's future in the ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Financial Times
Former President Donald Trump described himself as a "dissident" under siege from "thugs" in a bleak speech, suggesting that he is facing persecution. During his speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference, Trump criticized the Biden administration and the media while portraying himself as a victim of unfair treatment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Gaza's Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis is no longer operational due to Israeli attacks, with only four medical staff caring for around 200 patients, some of whom urgently need to be transferred to other hospitals. The World Health Organization has been denied access to assess the patients' conditions and provide necessary medical supplies. Israeli forces have also targeted the only other major medical facility in Khan Younis, al-Amal Hospital, and are pushing further south into Rafah, where displaced Palestinians are facing a humanitarian crisis. Israel's plans for a ground attack on Rafah have raised concerns about the safety and well-being of the population, with the UN and other allies expressing opposition to such actions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
Ukrainian forces in Avdiivka are facing a critical situation as Russian troops attempt to surround the city, with reports of chaotic and street-by-street fighting. The exhausted and undermanned defenders are struggling with equipment and ammunition shortages, while political gridlock in Washington is exacerbating the situation. The battle for Avdiivka is drawing comparisons to the nine-month siege of Bakhmut, with concerns that the city could become a second Bakhmut for Ukraine if the Russian assault continues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Jacobin magazine
Israeli forces have besieged al-Awda hospital in northern Gaza, leaving more than 240 people trapped inside, including children and babies. The hospital is surrounded by snipers, making it impossible to move between buildings, and leaving survivors corralled in a single building, sleeping far from windows and crawling on the floor to avoid being shot. The siege has resulted in a shortage of food, water, and medicine, with patients and staff facing imminent starvation and dehydration. This is part of an ongoing pattern of Israeli attacks on Gaza's health sector, including the bombing of other hospitals, ambulances, and medical staff. The international community's response to these war crimes has been limited, raising concerns about the growing tolerance for such atrocities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Middle East Eye
Al-Awda hospital in northern Gaza is facing a dire situation as Israeli snipers have laid siege to the facility, shooting at anyone who tries to enter, leave, or even approach a window. The hospital, which was the only functioning one providing medical services to pregnant women in the area, is running out of food, water, and fuel. The Israeli snipers have essentially turned the Palestinians inside into hostages until the supplies run out. Gaza's healthcare infrastructure is on the verge of collapse as Israel continues its military operations in the besieged enclave.