"Israeli Airstrikes Target Ambulances and Hospitals in Gaza, Causing Multiple Casualties"

Israel struck an ambulance in Gaza City, claiming it was carrying militants, while health authorities in Gaza said it was evacuating wounded individuals. The health ministry spokesperson stated that a significant number of people were killed and injured in the attack. Israel's military accused Hamas of using ambulances to transfer militants and weapons but provided no evidence. The World Health Organisation Director-General expressed shock at the attacks on ambulances and called for the protection of patients, health workers, and medical facilities. Israel had ordered civilians to leave the north of Gaza and continued to bombard the south, despite the evacuation order. Videos shared on social media showed people lying in blood next to ambulances, with casualties reported.
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- Israel admits airstrike on ambulance near hospital that witnesses say killed and wounded dozens CNN
- Spokesperson for the Ministry of Health on the air strikes on hospitals and ambulance convoys Al Jazeera English
- Several Killed in Attack on Ambulances Leaving Gaza: Health Ministry The Daily Beast
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