PM Modi condemns attack on Gaza's Al-Ahli Arab hospital
Gaza's Al-Ahli Arab hospital resulting in the deaths of approximately 500 people. Through a post on social media platform X, he expressed his deep shock at the loss of lives and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.
«Deeply shocked at the tragic loss of lives at the Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza. Our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, and prayers for speedy recovery of those injured.
Civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict are a matter of serious and continuing concern,» he said.
PM Modi also called for those responsible to be held accountable.
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has caused significant civilian casualties, which is a matter of serious concern.
The authorities in Gaza claimed that an Israeli airstrike caused the tragic incident at the hospital. However, Israel has countered this claim, stating that a Palestinian rocket misfired and caused the explosion.
This latest escalation of violence in the Israel-Palestine conflict has triggered global outrage and led to violent protests in several Muslim nations.
US President Joe Biden, who has arrived in Israel, also expressed profound sorrow and outrage over the incident.
«I am outraged and deeply saddened by the explosion at the Al Ahli Arab hospital in Gaza, and the terrible loss of life that resulted. Immediately upon hearing this news, I spoke with King Abdullah II of Jordan, and Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel and have directed my national security team to continue gathering information about what exactly happened,» Biden said on X.
He emphasised that the United States is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding the lives of civilians during times of conflict, and grieve for the patients, medical personnel,
