An Israeli Defense Forces airstrike targeted a school-turned-shelter in Gaza City, resulting in the deaths of over 93 people and significant injuries. The IDF claimed they were targeting a Hamas command center in the school, but Hamas denied this, calling it a massacre. The civil defense in Gaza faced challenges in identifying bodies due to severe injuries. The attack occurred amidst ongoing efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region. The United Nations reported that many schools in Gaza had been damaged during the conflict, with thousands killed and injured. Efforts to achieve a ceasefire have been ongoing, with American, Qatari, and Egyptian mediators involved. The U.S. criticized comments by Israeli officials hindering the ceasefire negotiations. The U.S. has approved $3.5 billion in military aid for Israel. The Palestinian mission to the U.N. held the U.S. accountable for the attack on the school, urging an end to support for Israel to prevent further civilian casualties. The international community condemned the attack as a dangerous escalation and called for urgent action to stop further violence.
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Israeli strike on school housing thousands kills over 90, officials report
