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STV News
11-07-2025
- Health
- STV News
Children queuing for aid at medical centre in Gaza killed in Israeli strike
Young children waiting for aid at a medical clinic were among several Palestinians killed by an Israeli airstrike on Thursday, as ITV News Senior International Correspondent John Irvine and ITV News Correspondent Robert Moore report Warning: This report contains distressing images and details of the aftermath of the attack At least 15 Palestinians, including ten children and three women, have been killed in an Israeli air strike while queuing to buy food supplements in central Gaza. A bomb exploded in the city of Deir al-Balah early Thursday, killing and injuring those waiting to receive aid from a medical clinic, according to US-based aid group Project Hope, which runs the humanitarian facility. Footage from the scene shows a donkey and cart being used to take the victims to Al-Aqsa Hospital. In the hours after the attack, families gathered in the hospital's morgue to pray over the bodies of those killed, laid across the floor. Five-year-old Hanna, who was injured in the strike, is one of the children being treated. She told ITV News: 'Me and my mum and my baby sister, we went to get supplements and they attacked us. I got injured in my leg and so was my mum. My sister was injured in her legs and mouth.' Project Hope, which runs the Altayara health clinic, said the attack was a 'blatant violation of international law and a stark reminder that no one and no place is safe in Gaza'. 'No child waiting for food and medicine should face the risk of being bombed,' said Dr Mithqal Abutaha, the group's project manager, who was at another clinic at the time. 'People had to come seeking health and support, instead they faced death,' he said. The Israeli military told ITV News their target was a lone Hamas terrorist and that they 'regretted any harm to uninvolved individuals'. Their statement read: 'Earlier today (Thursday), the IDF struck a Nukhba terrorist in the Hamas terrorist organisation who infiltrated Israel during the brutal October 7th massacre, in the Deir al-Balah area of central Gaza. 'The IDF is aware of reports regarding a number of injured individuals in the area. The incident is under review. 'The IDF regrets any harm to uninvolved individuals and operates to minimise harm as much as possible.' Project Hope has suspended operations at its Altayara clinic until further notice as a precautionary measure. Another 21 people were killed in airstrikes in the southern town of Khan Younis and the nearby coastal area of Muwasi on Thursday, Gaza's Nasser Hospital reported. It said three children and their mother, as well as two other women, were among the dead. Smoke and fire rise to the sky following an Israeli army bombardment in the northern Gaza Strip, as seen from southern Israel. / Credit: AP Israel's strikes on Gaza have shown no sign of slowing as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Donald Trump in Washington this week to work on a US-led ceasefire plan. Hopes for an agreement in the near term appeared to be fading as Netanyahu prepared to return to Israel on Thursday evening. The Israeli prime minister is holding firm to the idea that Hamas must be destroyed, while Hamas wants a complete end to the war following the proposed 60-day truce. The war began after Hamas militants attacked Israel in 2023, killing around 1,200 people and taking 251 others hostage. Most have been released in earlier ceasefires. Israel responded with an offensive that has killed more than 57,000 Palestinians, more than half of them women and children, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. The ministry, which is under Gaza's Hamas-run government, doesn't differentiate between civilians and combatants. The UN and other international organisations see its figures as the most reliable statistics on war casualties. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
ITV News
10-07-2025
- Health
- ITV News
Children queuing for aid at medical centre in Gaza killed in Israeli airstrike
Young children waiting for aid at a medical clinic were among several Palestinians killed by an Israeli airstrike on Thursday, as ITV News Senior International Correspondent John Irvine reports Warning: This report contains distressing images and details of the aftermath of the attack At least 15 Palestinians, including ten children and three women, have been killed in an Israeli air strike while queuing to buy food supplements in central Gaza. A bomb exploded in the city of Deir al-Balah early Thursday, killing and injuring those waiting to receive aid from a medical clinic, according to US-based aid group Project Hope, which runs the humanitarian facility. Footage from the scene shows a donkey and cart being used to take the victims to Al-Aqsa Hospital. In the hours after the attack, families gathered in the hospital's morgue to pray over the bodies of those killed, laid across the floor. Five-year-old Hanna, who was injured in the strike, is one of the children being treated. She told ITV News: "Me and my mum and my baby sister, we went to get supplements and they attacked us. I got injured in my leg and so was my mum. My sister was injured in her legs and mouth." Project Hope, which runs the Altayara health clinic, said the attack was a "blatant violation of international law and a stark reminder that no one and no place is safe in Gaza". 'No child waiting for food and medicine should face the risk of being bombed," said Dr Mithqal Abutaha, the group's project manager, who was at another clinic at the time. "People had to come seeking health and support, instead they faced death," he said. The Israeli military told ITV News their target was a lone Hamas terrorist and that they "regretted any harm to uninvolved individuals". Their statement read: "Earlier today (Thursday), the IDF struck a Nukhba terrorist in the Hamas terrorist organisation who infiltrated Israel during the brutal October 7th massacre, in the Deir al-Balah area of central Gaza. "The IDF is aware of reports regarding a number of injured individuals in the area. The incident is under review. "The IDF regrets any harm to uninvolved individuals and operates to minimise harm as much as possible." Project Hope has suspended operations at its Altayara clinic until further notice as a precautionary measure. Another 21 people were killed in airstrikes in the southern town of Khan Younis and the nearby coastal area of Muwasi on Thursday, Gaza's Nasser Hospital reported. It said three children and their mother, as well as two other women, were among the dead. Israel's strikes on Gaza have shown no sign of slowing as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with President Donald Trump in Washington this week to work on a US-led ceasefire plan. Hopes for an agreement in the near term appeared to be fading as Netanyahu prepared to return to Israel on Thursday evening. The Israeli prime minister is holding firm to the idea that Hamas must be destroyed, while Hamas wants a complete end to the war following the proposed 60-day truce. The war began after Hamas militants attacked Israel in 2023, killing around 1,200 people and taking 251 others hostage. Most have been released in earlier ceasefires. Israel responded with an offensive that has killed more than 57,000 Palestinians, more than half of them women and children, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. The ministry, which is under Gaza's Hamas-run government, doesn't differentiate between civilians and combatants. The UN and other international organisations see its figures as the most reliable statistics on war casualties.
Edinburgh Reporter
25-06-2025
- Edinburgh Reporter
Extensive enquiries ongoing after two housebreakings in West Lothian
Detectives are appealing for information following two housebreakings in West Lothian. The first took place between 2am and 3am on Monday, 23 June, 2025, in the Fitzallan Place area of Bathgate. Entry was gained at a property and a red Volkswagen Golf was stolen. The second incident happened around 3.05am on Tuesday, 24 June, 2025, in the Lady Place area of Livingston. Entry was gained at a property and a grey BMW M Sport 5 and a grey Vauxhall Astra were stolen. Detective Sergeant John Irvine said: 'We are carrying out extensive enquiries in relation to these housebreakings and thefts and I would appeal to anyone who may have been in the area and noticed anything suspicious to please contact us. 'In addition, anyone with private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage is urged to contact officers as this may be able to assist our investigation.' Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 0508 of 23 June, 2025. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and give your information anonymously. Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
25-06-2025
- Scotsman
West Lothian police launch investigation after home break-ins and cars stolen in the middle of the night
Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following two house break-ins that saw three cars stolen. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The first incident happened between 2am and 3am on Monday, June 23, in the Fitzallan Place area of Bathgate. Thieves gained entry to the property and made off with a red Volkswagen Golf. The second incident happened at around 3.05am on Tuesday, June 24, in the Lady Place area of Livingston. After gaining access to the property, thieves then stole a grey BMW M Sport 5 and a grey Vauxhall Astra . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following two house break-ins that saw three cars stolen. | Google Maps Detective Sergeant John Irvine said: "We are carrying out extensive enquiries in relation to these housebreakings and thefts and I would appeal to anyone who may have been in the area and noticed anything suspicious to please contact us. "In addition, anyone with private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage is urged to contact officers as this may be able to assist our investigation." Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 0508 of 23 June, 2025. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and give your information anonymously.
Edinburgh Live
25-06-2025
- Edinburgh Live
West Lothian homes broken into as thieves steal cars including BMW and VW Golf
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Detectives from Police Scotland are appealing for information following two housebreakings in West Lothian. The first incident happened between 2am and 3am on Monday, June 23, 2025, in the Fitzallan Place area of Bathgate. Entry was gained at a property and a red Volkswagen Golf was stolen. The second incident happened around 3.05am on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in the Lady Place area of Livingston. Entry was gained at a property and a grey BMW M Sport 5 and a grey Vauxhall Astra were stolen. Detective Sergeant John Irvine said: "We are carrying out extensive enquiries in relation to these housebreakings and thefts and I would appeal to anyone who may have been in the area and noticed anything suspicious to please contact us. "In addition, anyone with private CCTV, doorbell or dash-cam footage is urged to contact officers as this may be able to assist our investigation." Anyone with information is asked to call Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 0508 of 23 June, 2025. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and give your information anonymously. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community her e and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
