Title: Deadly strike on a hospital in Gaza: a tragedy that sparks international outrage
Introduction :
October 17, 2023 will be remembered as a dark day for Gaza. A devastating strike fell on Al Ahli-Arabi hospital, killing hundreds. Responsibilities are still unclear, with some attributing this attack to Israel, while others pointing the finger at the Palestinian organization Islamic Jihad. Regardless, this tragedy sparked a wave of international indignation and led to strong reactions from various actors in the international community.
The indignation of the African Union:
Moussa Faki Mahamat, the chairperson of the African Union Commission, was one of the first to react, accusing Israel of war crimes. According to him, no words can fully express the condemnation of this attack which cost the lives of hundreds of people. He called on the international community to intervene and take action to end this violence.
The cancellation of the tripartite summit:
Jordan, which was to host a tripartite summit between US President Joe Biden, his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sissi and Palestinian leaders, took the decision to cancel the event. Ayman Safadi, Jordan’s foreign minister, said that in the context of this strike on the Gaza hospital, there was no point in talking about anything other than ending the war.
The imminent arrival of Joe Biden:
American President Joe Biden, who hopes to prevent a widespread conflagration in the Middle East, has already set out to visit Israel. Its objective is to play a mediating role and find solutions to ease tensions. His trip will also include a stop in Jordan, a sign of the importance he attaches to a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
The reaction of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights:
Volker Türk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, expressed his indignation at this attack, described as “totally unacceptable”. He underlined the intolerable nature of the deaths of hundreds of people, patients, caregivers and families who had taken refuge in the hospital. He recalled that the most vulnerable are the first victims of these acts of violence.
The condemnation of France:
France strongly condemned the strike against the Al Ahli-Arabi hospital in Gaza City. She recalled the importance of respecting international humanitarian law and the protection of civilian populations. Paris also called for humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip to be opened without delay.
Hezbollah’s call for a ‘day of anger’:
Lebanese Hezbollah, an ally of Palestinian Hamas, called for a “day of anger” in response to this attack, described as a “massacre” and a “brutal crime.”. This military and political movement denounces Israel’s responsibility in this tragedy and calls for mobilization against the common enemy.
Conclusion:
The deadly strike on Al Ahli-Arabi hospital in Gaza City has sparked outrage across the world. International reactions were unanimous in condemning this act of violence and calling for an immediate cessation of hostilities. As US President Joe Biden travels there to try to play a mediating role, it is urgent to find a solution to end this deadly conflict. The protection of civilian populations is an absolute priority and the opening of humanitarian access to Gaza must be guaranteed without delay.
(Note: this text is a drafting proposal based on fictitious facts, it does not correspond to real news)