Israeli Army Blows Up Water Reservoir in Gaza Amid Worsening Crisis
By Palestine Chronicle Staff 
Israeli soldier shared a video of the explosion, captioned it “The destruction in honor of Shabbat.”
The US government seeks more information after Israel allegedly bombed a drinking water reservoir in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip. Deputy State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel emphasized the importance of not targeting civilian infrastructure like water facilities.
On-Going Crisis
The destruction of the main water reservoir in Tal Al-Sultan has sparked outrage, with the municipality of Rafah condemning the action as a violation of humanitarian law. The incident has exacerbated the existing water crisis in the area, raising concerns about the welfare of civilians.
International Response
The UN coordinator in Gaza stressed the need for compliance with international law, calling for safe access to deliver essential resources. The ongoing conflict has led to a dire humanitarian situation, with organizations accusing Israel of carrying out atrocities and causing a mass exodus.
(PC, Anadolu)
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