Israel Strikes Rafah Tent Camp, Dozens Killed
The Facts
Israeli strikes late on Sunday hit a tent camp designated for the displaced Palestinians in Rafah's western Tel al-Sultan neighborhood, killing at least 35 people. The strikes ignited several tents, burning people to death. Israel said it used "precise ammunition" based on "precise intelligence."
The military also said that the strike had killed two senior Hamas members. Gaza’s Health Ministry said women and children made up most of the dead and dozens of wounded. Health officials indicated that the death toll will likely rise.
The Spin
There is only one word to describe Israel's campaign in Gaza: genocidal. Even if Israeli claims that Hamas officials were present in the area are true, that is not a legitimate reason to knowingly burn women and children alive. This war has gone on for far too long, and Israel must be held accountable for its brutal crimes.
Israel carried out a legitimate strike against terror targets in Rafah, as Hamas operatives continue to hide among the civilian population. Unfortunately, an accidental fire was sparked by Israeli strikes harming civilians. Israel will investigate this incident thoroughly.
Israel must be able to defend itself from terrorist attacks from Gaza or elsewhere, and the US is committed to preventing malicious actors from threatening Israel's legitimate concerns. However, the humanitarian situation in Gaza has gotten out of hand. Netanyahu must keep his promises and work with US allies to find a resolution to this conflict.
