Why it matters:
The strike underscores the escalating human toll of the Israeli genocidal campaign in Gaza, raising urgent concerns over the safety of civilians in repurposed public spaces and the rules of engagement in densely populated areas.
The big picture:
The targeted building, located near a bustling market, was hit by two precision-guided missiles.
Health officials on the ground report that dozens were injured by shrapnel, with the death toll expected to rise.
In separate strikes across the Strip, at least 16 additional people were killed the same day, pushing Thursday’s total fatalities to 26.
What they're saying:
Local media describe the building as a former police station now serving as an informal shelter for displaced civilians.
Health authorities in northern Gaza say emergency services are overwhelmed, and access to medical aid is limited due to ongoing Israeli strikes and supply shortages.
Go deeper:
With shelters becoming targets, humanitarian agencies warn of a rapidly deteriorating situation. Calls for an immediate ceasefire and investigations into the Israeli regime's civilian targeting are expected to intensify as the death toll climbs.
Mojtaba Darabi
