Middle East

Israel says it is ready to evacuate babies from Gaza’s largest hospital

Two newborns died and dozens more at risk after fuel ran out amid fighting in enclave, Palestinian officials say

Gaza residents said Israeli troops had been clashing with Hamas gunmen all night in and around Gaza City where the Al Shifa hospital is located. Photograph: Ismail Zanoun/AFP via Getty
Gaza residents said Israeli troops had been clashing with Hamas gunmen all night in and around Gaza City where the Al Shifa hospital is located. Photograph: Ismail Zanoun/AFP via Getty
Sun Nov 12 2023 - 16:12

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