Palestinian officials said an Israeli airstrike was responsible for the blast, while Israel said Islamic Jihad militants in Gaza launched a rocket that hit the site.
Health officials in Gaza say hundreds of people were killed in a huge blast Tuesday at a hospital in Gaza City, and Israeli and Palestinian officials traded accusations over who was responsible for the devastating explosion.Palestinian officials blamed an Israeli airstrike and said at least 500 people were killed in the attack at the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza City.
All States with influence must do everything in their power to bring an end to this horrendous situation,' Türk said. 'Those found responsible must be held to account.'Soon after the blast, Israeli officials disputed accusations that Israel had conducted the strike.
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