Summary
In January 2024, five-year-old Hind Rajab and six of her relatives died in Gaza after an Israeli military attack. An ambulance trying to help them was also hit, killing two paramedics. A report claims this was a "double-tap" attack, where a target is struck twice, endangering emergency responders.
Key Facts
- Hind Rajab died on January 29, 2024, in Gaza.
- She was trapped in a car following an Israeli military strike.
- An ambulance, cleared by the Israeli military to assist, was hit, killing two paramedics.
- The attack is described as a "double-tap" strike, targeting rescuers.
- The report alleges these actions violated international combat law.
- Over 1,500 healthcare workers have been killed in Gaza’s conflict.
- Avaaz, a legal campaign group, argues it was a war crime and urges the International Criminal Court to act.
- The Israeli military has not responded to requests for comment from Al Jazeera.
