Amidst Gaza Hospital Attack outrage; Joe Biden arrives in Israel

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:10am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

Israel's Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and the country's military have attributed the explosion at Al-Ahli Arab hospital in Gaza to a misfired rocket from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad militant group in Gaza. The incident has resulted in a significant loss of life and has generated condemnation from several countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has also criticized the attack and emphasized the protection of hospitals and medical facilities under international law. This tragic event has occurred during a period of heightened conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, leading to a significant humanitarian crisis.  

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"Those Involved Should Be Held Responsible": PM Modi On Gaza Hospital Attack

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:28am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep shock over the Gaza hospital blast that killed 500+ people. In a tweet, he offered condolences to victims' families and prayers for the injured. PM said civilian casualties in the Israel-Hamas conflict are concerning and those involved in the hospital attack should be held responsible. Hamas alleged an Israeli airstrike caused the blast but Israel denied involvement, blaming a Palestinian militant rocket misfire. The UN Secretary-General and US President also condemned the strike, calling for protection of civilians. 

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IDF Releases Audio Linking Palestinian Islamic Jihad to Gaza Hospital Blast

Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 08:26am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) released an audio recording indicating the involvement of Palestinian Islamic Jihad in the explosion at Al Ahli Arab hospital in southern Gaza. According to the IDF, the recording captured a conversation between two Hamas operatives discussing a misfired rocket by another Palestinian militant group, leading to the hospital blast. The revelation comes amid heightened tensions in the ongoing Israel-Palestine war, offering a new perspective on the incident.

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Lebanon Erupts in Protest After Gaza Hospital Attack

Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 08:04am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

Lebanon witnessed widespread protests following the deadly attack on a Gaza hospital. Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group, denounced Israel's actions and called for a day of protest in Beirut. Palestinian officials reported hundreds killed in the hospital strike, while Israel's military claimed it was caused by a failed rocket launch from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group. Protesters, some waving Palestinian flags, gathered outside the U.S. and French embassies in Beirut, leading to clashes with tear gas fired near the U.S. embassy. Hezbollah condemned the attack, holding both Israel and the United States responsible for the tragedy.

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Netanyahu's Political Fate on the Line as Gaza Conflict Intensifies

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:49am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

The escalating Gaza conflict has put Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's political future at stake. Over 1300 Israeli deaths in the Oct 7 Hamas attack has sparked public fury, undermining Netanyahu's image as a strong security strategist. Ministers face public backlash, with some accused of failing to protect citizens. With echoes of past intelligence failures, many see the war as a fiasco for which Netanyahu is responsible. Polls show plunging support for Netanyahu's Likud party while rivals gain. Analysts predict his long dominance ending like previous PMs after security crises. Netanyahu's fate may be sealed regardless of Gaza outcome, as public concludes "someone else" should lead Israel forward.

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Scotland's First Minister Offers Support for Gaza Refugees Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:28am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

Scotland's First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has extended a compassionate hand amidst the Gaza crisis, pledging Scotland's support to refugees and wounded civilians if the UK Government initiates a resettlement scheme. Yousaf, deeply moved by the plight of his brother-in-law, a Gaza-based doctor, called for an immediate end to the collective punishment faced by innocent Palestinians. He urged the global community to establish a refugee program for Gaza, emphasizing that Scotland stands ready to provide sanctuary and medical care to those affected. While met with applause, his proposal has sparked debates among netizens, reflecting a divided public opinion on the matter.

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Israel Denies Role in Gaza Hospital Blast, Blames Hamas Ally

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:23am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

After a Gaza hospital blast killed 500+, Israel rejected Hamas' accusation that it was an Israeli rocket. Instead, Israel blamed an Islamic Jihad rocket misfiring, releasing pre and post-strike videos showing the building on fire but minimal damage. Israel said its rockets create craters, absent here. The IDF tweet alleged it was a failed Islamic Jihad launch. Gaza health authorities described chaotic scenes evacuating the dead and wounded to other hospitals. Israel maintained it doesn't target civilian infrastructure, while Palestinians accused it of a massacre. 

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Biden's Meeting With Arab Leaders Collapses Following Gaza Hospital Strike, Escalating Regional Tensions

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:07am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

Diplomatic efforts led by the US were shattered when a powerful explosion rocked a Gaza hospital, prompting the cancellation of President Joe Biden's planned summit with regional leaders in Jordan. The incident, which claimed possibly hundreds of lives, led to mutual accusations between Hamas and Israel, each blaming the other. Biden's visit to Israel for solidarity was unaffected. While Hamas accused an Israeli airstrike, Israel denied responsibility, claiming a misfired rocket by the Islamic faction caused the tragedy. Tensions escalated, with protests erupting and global calls for UN intervention, amplifying the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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Gaza Hospital Strike Sparks Global Outrage, Calls to Protect Civilians

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:06am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

An Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital that reportedly killed hundreds has drawn strong condemnation globally, with demands to protect civilians. Hamas said at least 500 died. The WHO denounced the attack, saying the operational hospital had patients, caregivers and displaced sheltering. The EU said targeting civilian infrastructure breaks international law. US President Biden expressed outrage, saying he directed officials to gather details. Jordan's King and Israeli PM Netanyahu also condemned it. The strike amid the Israel-Hamas war has renewed focus on protecting civilians and avoiding targeting key infrastructure like hospitals. World leaders urged accountability and respect for human rights.

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UN Chief Says "Hamas Attacks Do Not Justify Collective Punishment of Palestinians" Urges Immediate Ceasefire

Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 05:57am on 18 Oct 2023,Wednesday International

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Hamas' attacks on Israel but emphasized that these actions shouldn't lead to the "collective punishment" of Palestinians. Speaking in China, Guterres called for an urgent humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He demanded Hamas release hostages and urged Israel to allow unrestricted access for humanitarian aid in Gaza. Guterres expressed horror over a deadly hospital blast in Gaza, emphasizing hospitals' protection under international law. He also condemned an attack on a UN school in a Gaza refugee camp. The UN chief's appeals come amid escalating tensions and humanitarian concerns in the region.          

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