Gaza/Madrid: Israeli forces carried out an airstrike on a school in Khan Younis in the Gaza Strip, killing at least 30 people and injuring dozens. The school was being used as a refugee camp for displaced Palestinians. According to a Dainik Bhaskar report dated May 26, 2025, the attack has destroyed more than 70% of Gaza's civilian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Spain has demanded sanctions on Israel, calling it a violation of international law. Will this attack deepen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, or open the way for a ceasefire? Let's look at the facts.
Details and impact of the attack
According to a report by Al Jazeera, the Israeli Air Force attacked the Fahmi al-Jergawi School in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis with two missiles. The school was a shelter for thousands of displaced families. Bharat24Liv reported that at least 30 people were killed in the attack, most of them women and children. Another attack also targeted the al-Maghazi refugee camp, killing 20 more people. Eyewitnesses reported that bodies were scattered on the school premises after the attack, and rescue operations were facing great difficulty.
The Israeli military claimed that the attack was carried out to target a Hamas military base, killing a terrorist involved in the October 7, 2023 attack. However, Gaza's Health Ministry termed it a "massacre" and said that there were no military targets in the attack. According to the BBC, 53,655 people have been killed and 121,950 injured in Gaza since 7 October 2023.
Humanitarian crisis and refugee camps
The attack has worsened the already dire situation in Gaza. The school, which was a shelter for displaced people, is now completely destroyed. UNRWA reported that 190 of its schools and facilities in Gaza have been attacked, many of which were completely destroyed. There is a severe shortage of food, water and medicines in Gaza, and 5 lakh people are facing starvation. Al Jazeera reported that the United Nations has said that 500-600 trucks of aid are needed in Gaza every day, but Israel has imposed a complete ban on aid since March 2025.
Spain's response and international pressure
Spain strongly condemned the attack and demanded immediate sanctions on Israel. Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said on 26 May 2025, "This attack is a clear violation of international humanitarian law. The killing of innocent civilians in Gaza cannot be tolerated any more." According to Dainik Bhaskar, Spain has called for a review of trade agreements with Israel and limiting diplomatic relations.
Britain, France and Canada have also condemned the Israeli attacks in Gaza. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy called the blockade of Gaza "morally wrong" and suspended the free trade agreement with Israel, The Guardian reported. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres demanded an immediate ceasefire and said that the "repeated displacement of civilians" in Gaza is unacceptable.
Hamas and the ceasefire situation
Hamas described the attack as "deliberate targeting of civilians" and demanded immediate intervention from the international community. According to Al Jazeera, Hamas has put forward a new proposal for a ceasefire, which includes stopping the war for 60 days, releasing 9 hostages and allowing 400 aid trucks. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the ceasefire and said his goal is to “completely destroy Hamas”.
Regional and global impact
The attack comes at a time when Israel is working on a strategy to surround Hamas in Khan Younis. According to Navbharat Times, Israel has captured 50% of Gaza and now aims for full control. Meanwhile, the UAE has announced aid for 15,000 people in Gaza in an agreement with Israel, but this is not considered enough. Many users on X described the attack as a “genocide” and supported Spain's ban demand. @BharatRaftarTV
posted on May 26, “Israel attacks school in Gaza, killing 25, Spain demands sanctions.”
Conclusion
Israel’s attack on a Gaza school, which was being used as a refugee camp, has once again highlighted the humanitarian crisis in the region. Despite Spain’s sanctions demand and international pressure, Israel’s military actions continue. Will this attack bring progress towards a ceasefire, or will the devastation in Gaza increase further? This question remains before the global community.
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