.ON THE Night of October 17th a blast attacked al-Ahli healthcare facility in Gaza Metropolitan area. Hundreds of private citizens had actually been actually safeguarding there certainly, alongside the sick. Palestinian representatives point out that hundreds died.
Hamas, the militant team that functions Gaza, as well as numerous Arab countries condemned Israel. Israel’s army, citing drone video as proof, stated that the surge was triggered by a malfunctioning rocket discharged by Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), an additional militant group. PIJ, which functions in the West Financial Institution and also Gaza, refuted the charge.
On October 18th, on a visit to Israel, Head of state Joe Biden likewise pointed the finger at “the various other group”, backing up Israel’s account. What is PIJ and also what risk does it present in this problem?