Summary of Latest Developments:
- Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel had not intended to harm civilians
- ‘Something went tragically wrong’, Netanyahu says
- US urges Israel to take more care to protect civilians
- Hamas official says no plans for further ceasefire talks
CAIRO/JERUSALEM, May 27 (WARYATV) – An Israeli airstrike triggered a fire that killed 45 people in a tent camp in the Gazan city of Rafah, officials said on Monday, prompting an outcry from global leaders who urged the implementation of a World Court order to halt Israel’s assault.
The tragic incident occurred as tensions continue to escalate in the region, drawing widespread condemnation and calls for increased measures to protect civilians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret over the incident, stating that the strike was not intended to target civilians. “Something went tragically wrong,” Netanyahu said in a public address, acknowledging the grave consequences of the attack.
In response to the incident, the United States has called on Israel to exercise greater caution to avoid civilian casualties. U.S. officials have emphasized the importance of protecting non-combatants and adhering to international humanitarian law in ongoing military operations.
Meanwhile, Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza, has indicated that there are no current plans to engage in further ceasefire talks. A Hamas official dismissed the possibility of negotiations, citing ongoing hostilities and the recent escalation of violence.
The international community has reacted strongly to the Rafah attack, with leaders and organizations urging Israel to comply with a World Court order that calls for an immediate cessation of military actions. The order underscores the necessity of prioritizing the safety and well-being of civilians amid the conflict.
