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Dozens killed in Israeli strike on Gaza camp
UN Middle East peace envoy Tor Wennesland strongly condemned the Israeli strike on the densely populated safe area.
“The principles of distinction, proportionality, and precautions in attack must be upheld at all times... The killing of civilians must stop, and this horrific war must end,” he said.
Israeli strikes blasted a huge crater in the designated safe zone in southern Gaza before dawn, setting tents ablaze and burying Palestinian families under sand.
The Israeli military claimed it had struck a command center for Hamas members who had infiltrated the designated “humanitarian” area in al-Mawasi. Hamas denied any fighters were present.
“This is a clear lie that aims to justify these ugly crimes,” said Hamas in a statement.
Iran condemned the massacre, calling for immediate action to curb the Israeli crimes.
Spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Nasser Kan’ani censured the use of bunker busters in the strike, Press TV reported.
Residents and medics said the camp was struck by five or six missiles or bombs. The Gaza Civil Emergency Service said at least 20 tents caught fire.