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The United Nations has called for a transparent and credible investigation into mass graves discovered at two major hospitals in Gaza, which were raided by Israeli troops. The UN’s human rights chief expressed horror over the destruction of the hospitals and urged independent probes into the deaths. The US State Department has also expressed concern about the reports of mass graves. The Israeli military claims that it exhumed bodies of Hamas hostages buried by Palestinians, while Palestinian authorities say some bodies were of individuals killed in hospital raids. The issue of who should conduct the investigation remains uncertain, as the UN requires authorization from its major bodies. The discovery of the graves highlights the need for a ceasefire, humanitarian access, and protection for hospitals.

The United Nations has called for a transparent and credible investigation into the mass graves uncovered at two major hospitals in Gaza, which were raided by Israeli troops during the recent conflict. UN officials, including human rights chief Volker Türk, expressed horror over the destruction of the medical facilities and the discovery of the graves, emphasizing the need for independent and impartial investigations. The US State Department has also expressed concern, while the Israeli military claims the bodies were exhumed as part of a search for hostages. The discovery of the graves adds to the urgency of finding a cease-fire and protecting civilians in the ongoing conflict.

The United Nations has demanded a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves discovered at two major Gaza hospitals following their raid by Israeli forces. UN human rights chief Volker Türk condemned the destruction of the medical facilities, calling for independent and transparent inquiries, possibly involving international investigators, to ensure accountability for the deaths. Hospitals, according to international humanitarian law, enjoy special protection, and targeting civilians and non-combatants is a war crime.

Protests demanding an end to the conflict in Gaza have escalated tensions at UC Berkeley, leading to increased antisemitism on campus. University officials are urging peaceful resolution and smooth campus operations in the remaining weeks of the semester.

Amidst the relentless shelling of Gaza, a newborn baby girl has emerged as a beacon of hope, defying unimaginable odds. Delivered by cesarean section as her mother lay dying from a fatal air strike, this infant represents both the tragedy and resilience of the besieged territory.

After Sabreen al-Sakani, seven months pregnant, sustained life-threatening injuries to her head and abdomen in an Israeli air strike, she was rushed to the emergency unit. Despite her critical condition, medical staff at the Kuwaiti hospital in Rafah detected her pregnancy and swiftly performed a C-section, albeit without anesthesia.

Tragically, Sakani succumbed to her injuries shortly after giving birth. The baby’s father and sister had also perished in the attack, leaving her orphaned. However, the infant, named Sabreen al-Ruh by her uncle Rami al-Sheikh, has shown remarkable strength and determination.

Currently in stable condition at the Emirati hospital, the newborn has received vital care, including oxygen and antibiotics. Doctors marvel at her resilience, acknowledging that such premature births are often fraught with complications.

The baby’s story has resonated deeply in Gaza, serving as a reminder of the indomitable spirit amidst adversity. It also highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region, where thousands of civilians, including women and children, have lost their lives in the escalating conflict.

Qatar has declared that Hamas’ political leadership will continue to reside in Doha as long as their presence contributes to mediation efforts for resolving the Gaza conflict. The decision comes despite rumors of Hamas’ potential expulsion from the gas-rich Gulf state. Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, emphasized that Hamas’ presence will be reevaluated upon the completion of their reassessment of mediation efforts.

A group called the NYU Palestine Solidarity Coalition is calling on students at New York University to walk out of classes Tuesday following violent anti-Israel protests that unfolded there last night. The group has posted on Instagram for students to walk out of class at 1 p.m. ET and head to Washington Square Park in Manhattan “to reflect, debrief [and] strategize.”

Anti-Israel protests at New York University’s campus turned violent Monday night when demonstrators hurled bottles at police officers who were sent to the scene to disperse a large unruly crowd, officials said. NYPD sources confirmed to Fox News on Tuesday that 133 demonstrators were arrested by police using zip ties and flex cuffs to remove the protesters from campus.

Hamas officials in Gaza have claimed to discover a mass grave with over 200 bodies at Nasser Hospital, which was recently targeted in an Israeli military raid. However, evidence suggests Hamas’s claims are false, as the bodies had previously been buried at the same location by Palestinians during the conflict between Israeli forces and Hamas operatives. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has also dismissed Hamas’s allegations as “baseless,” stating that they had examined bodies buried by Palestinians near the hospital and returned them to their original location.

Amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza, artists and celebrities have joined the chorus of voices calling for a ceasefire. Protests and speeches denouncing the violence have taken place at events such as the Grammys, Oscars, and Berlinale film festival. Over 80 acts and speakers boycotted the South by Southwest festival due to the presence of weapons companies with ties to the US Department of Defense. However, questions remain about whether these symbolic gestures are sufficient in addressing the severity of the crisis.

Hezbollah, the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group, claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Israeli military bases near the city of Acre on Tuesday. This marks the deepest strike into Israeli territory since the recent Gaza conflict. The attack was carried out in retaliation for an earlier Israeli airstrike that killed two Hezbollah terrorists in southern Lebanon. The IDF reported intercepting two “aerial targets” off Israel’s northern coast but denied any damage to its facilities. Hezbollah published a satellite image purportedly showing the location of the strike, situated between Acre and Nahariyya in northern Israel.