France condemns fresh Israeli strikes on school, orphanage in northern Gaza

ATHENS

France on Wednesday condemned a fresh Israeli attack on school and orphanage in northern Gaza.

“France strongly condemns the new Israeli strikes in Gaza that targeted a school and an orphanage in northern Gaza, as well as a home in Khan Younis in the south, which left nearly 40 dead according to a provisional report,” the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

"For several weeks, civilian infrastructure, where populations find refuge, has been repeatedly targeted by the Israeli army."

"In the face of need for absolute emergency in Gaza, France reiterates its call for the unconditional and immediate release of all hostages and for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, which must allow the massive and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid," the ministry added.

Israel has killed more than 41,000 Palestinians since an Oct. 7, 2023 cross-border attack by Hamas that claimed 1,200 lives and around 250 others were taken as hostages. Israeli actions have triggered a humanitarian disaster and an ongoing trial over alleged genocide at the International Court of Justice.​​​​​​​