Three killed in strike near displacement camp in Gaza, charity says
GAZA: A strike near a displacement camp in Deir Al-Balah, central Gaza, has killed three people, according to the humanitarian organization Action For Humanity.
In a statement released on Saturday, the charity said the bombing occurred at approximately 3:30 p.m. local time, striking just 100 meters from the main entrance of Hope Camp 4, a site it operates for displaced civilians.
The organization said the victims included a displaced resident, a relative of a woman living in the camp, and a member of the family that made the land available for use as a displacement site.
'This was not just an attack on civilians, it was an attack on humanitarian infrastructure,' Action For Humanity said.
'Striking areas where displaced families are seeking safety is a blatant violation of international humanitarian law and must be condemned in the strongest possible terms.'
No further casualties or damage were reported among the camp's other residents, but the group warned of the 'deep and lasting' psychological toll on the community.
Action For Humanity said it continues to provide support to those affected and called for the protection of humanitarian sites and safe, unhindered access for aid delivery.
'Our operations in Gaza remain active,' the statement added. 'We urgently call for the protection of all humanitarian sites and for immediate, unhindered access to deliver life-saving aid to those in desperate need.'
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