Israeli Strike on Gaza's Al-Ahli Hospital on Palm Sunday Kills Child, 37 Others Including Six Brothers

Israeli forces conducted a strike on the al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City on Palm Sunday, one of the few remaining operational hospitals in the region, severely damaging its infrastructure. The attack resulted in the death of at least one child due to the disruption of medical care, according to the World Health Organization. Israel claimed the strike targeted a Hamas command center within the hospital, a claim denied by Hamas. The hospital, managed by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, was forced out of service following the attack, which destroyed critical departments including the emergency room, pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology services. The strike affected over 100 patients and dozens of staff, with 40 critical patients unable to be evacuated and 50 patients transferred to other facilities. The assault on a medical facility during a holy week has drawn global condemnation, with the Anglican Church and health officials expressing outrage. In addition to the hospital strike, Israeli forces killed at least 37 people across Gaza, including six brothers who were volunteers distributing food to starving Palestinians. The ongoing conflict has led to widespread destruction and displacement, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in the region.