In the night of October 17th to 18th, close to midnight, the Gaza Strip witnessed a horrifying tragedy that left a bitter and painful mark on many hearts.
A rocket launched from the Gaza Strip, which deviated from its trajectory, flew for just a few seconds before a dreadful event unfolded. A deadly rocket struck a parking lot near a local hospital, leaving behind destruction and mourning. Just half an hour later, Hamas reported more than 500 fatalities as a result of the missile, but refused to plead guilty, accusing the Israeli army
Let’s take a look at the impact site and the trajectory of the Hamas missile launches in Israel that night.
This catastrophic incident serves as a tragic reminder that danger looms every day in the Middle East region, and peaceful civilians are at risk due to the actions of armed groups.
The crater, which is typically left after a rocket strike and is usually evidence of horrifying devastation, was notably absent. Instead, the rocket exploded in mid-air just a few meters above the car park. Shrapnel and debris rained down on the nearby streets, and cars in the parking lot were completely destroyed. Eyewitnesses described a moment of fear and chaos as a sudden explosion shook the vicinity of the hospital.
This incident has raised a wave of questions and concerns in the global community. It serves as a stark example of how violence and conflict in the region continue to threaten peaceful civilians, including medical institutions providing invaluable assistance to the wounded.
Investigative authorities have initiated an inquiry into the incident to determine how the Hamas rocket could have deviated from its trajectory, leading to such a tragedy. This reminds the world of the urgency to find a resolution to the conflict and end the violence in the Middle East to ensure safety and peace for all its inhabitants. It is also worth noting that around 30 percent of homemade rockets created by Hamas from makeshift materials unfortunately claim the lives of Palestinian civilians, making this conflict even more tragic and senseless.
