israel gaza war update today

May 19, 2024
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israel gaza war update today.The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza has seen significant developments. As of today, intense fighting continues, with heavy clashes reported near hospitals in Khan Younis, located in southern Gaza. These hospitals include Al-Aqsa, Nasser, al-Amal, and al-Khair. The humanitarian situation remains dire, with at least 200 people killed and 370 injured in a 24-hour period from Wednesday to Thursday. The UN has sounded alarms regarding the severe disruptions to global trade caused by the conflict and other international issues. The Israeli military has conducted numerous airstrikes, including an overnight attack on a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp, resulting in the deaths of at least 11 people. In another incident, Israeli forces fired on a group of Palestinians waiting for humanitarian aid, killing 20 and injuring 150. Additionally, a strike on a UN Relief and Works Agency training center killed 13 people, which Israel is currently investigating. Diplomatic efforts to reach a ceasefire continue, with the intelligence chiefs of Israel, Egypt, the US, and Qatar's prime minister engaged in negotiations. Meanwhile, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin reaffirmed US support for Israel's right to self-defense in a call with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. The Council on American-Islamic Relations has called on President Joe Biden to condemn the attack on civilians waiting for aid. The international community remains deeply concerned about the humanitarian impact of the conflict, with the International Court of Justice set to respond to South Africa’s request for emergency measures to protect Palestinians from "irreparable harm"【41†source】【42†source】.

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