Israel strikes Gaza's Al-Ahli Hospital, causing significant damage and evacuations

Israeli air strikes have severely damaged Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital, the last operational hospital in Gaza City, leading to the evacuation of patients and staff amid claims of targeting Hamas militants allegedly using the facility for military purposes. The Israeli Defense Forces stated they took measures to minimize civilian harm, including prior warnings for evacuation, yet the attack has drawn widespread condemnation, including from British Foreign Minister David Lammy, who criticized the impact on medical facilities as detrimental to peace efforts. Witness accounts describe chaotic scenes as patients were rushed out of the hospital, with some reported injuries resulting from the evacuation process. Hamas condemned the airstrike as part of a series of atrocities against Gaza, holding the U.S. accountable for enabling Israel's actions and calling for international intervention. The situation escalates as regional leaders seek to mediate a cease-fire amidst ongoing violence. Health officials express grave concerns over the humanitarian crisis as essential medical services are further compromised.