Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, Doctor Tamer Almassri
BY MUNYARADZI BLESSING DOMA
Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Zimbabwe, Doctor Tamer Almassri has condemned in the strongest terms, the latest Israeli missile attack on the Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City.
This horrific strike, which occurred on the morning of Palm Sunday and the commencement of Holy Week, marks the fifth time the affiliate hospital of the Anglican Diocese in Jerusalem has been targeted since the beginning of the Israeli aggression in 2023.
In a statement, Dr Almassri said the attack on the Ahli Arab Hospital, particularly on such a significant religious occasion, is an act of profound cruelty and a stark illustration of the ongoing brutality faced by the Palestinian people.
He said the destruction of a vital medical facility by the occupying forces represents one of the most horrific forms of genocide and forced displacement, occurring under a shameful blanket of international inaction.
“The Israeli missile strikes have completely destroyed the hospital’s two-storey Genetic Laboratory and inflicted significant damage on the Pharmacy and Emergency Department, essential services for the already besieged population of Gaza.
“Furthermore, the surrounding area, including the nearby church of St. Philip’s, has sustained collateral damage, demonstrating the indiscriminate nature of this assault.
“The State of Palestine views the deliberate targeting of hospitals, health centres, and medical staff as the most heinous acts of extermination.
“This is a blatant disregard for the international community, fundamental humanitarian principles, and international law. It is a clear manifestation of a systematic Israeli policy aimed at the complete destruction of all life-sustaining infrastructure in Gaza, rendering it uninhabitable and forcibly displacing its citizens through military force,” said Ambassador Almassri.
He further called upon all governments and people of goodwill across the globe, to intervene decisively to halt all forms of attacks on medical and humanitarian institutions and to protect the Palestinian people.
“The deafening silence of the international community only emboldens Israel to perpetrate further massacres
“This silence sets a dangerous precedent, suggesting that a nation can attack another with impunity. While today it is the Palestinians who are targeted, tomorrow it could be any nation that falls victim to such unchecked aggression.
“The State of Palestine demands immediate accountability for these egregious acts and reiterates its unwavering commitment to seeking justice and protection for the Palestinian people,” he added.
