US: Hospitals Should Not Be Caught in the Crossfire, Hamas Must Leave Hospitals

Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the US State Department, stated that instead of asking Israel not to attack hospitals, Hamas should be asked to leave the hospitals themselves. Israel and the US claim that Hamas has established bases in civilian areas to protect itself from further attacks. Miller emphasized during a press conference on Monday, November 13, that hospitals should not be in the middle of crossfire as they are civilian structures, but Hamas uses them as command centers. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken mentioned on Friday in India that civilian casualties have become very high. His spokesperson confirmed on Monday in response to a question about whether the US believes Israel is trying to avoid civilian casualties, stating that it does. The spokesperson for the Gaza Strip's Ministry of Health reported on Monday that due to the Shifa Hospital being surrounded by Israeli tanks, 32 patients, including several infants, have died in the past three days due to power outages. On Sunday night, Israel arranged for 300 liters of fuel to be placed at the entrance to the hospital, but Hamas warned hospital officials against taking and using it. A surgeon inside the hospital told Reuters over the phone that fuel containers are in front of the hospital. Jake Sullivan, US National Security Advisor, stated on Monday that he has discussed with the Israeli government the need to exercise caution and keep hospitals safe. On Monday, November 13, the Israeli army released photos and a complete report of evidence showing how Hamas 'terrorist' forces used the 'Rantisi' hospital as a place to hold hostages, store weapons, and coordinate military operations. The report published by the Israeli army, which reached Voice of America, clearly shows the presence, coordination, and shift work of Hamas forces using the basement of Rantisi hospital as a command center for military operations. Additionally, see: Evidence of Hamas's misuse of civilian centers; the 'Rantisi' hospital has been a base for 'terrorists' and holding hostages. Gita Aryan, senior reporter for the Persian section of Voice of America, primarily focuses on foreign policy news. She began her journalism career in 1987 with radio work and joined Voice of America in 2004. The Israeli army is advancing in Gaza City; there is a decrease in attacks from Hamas and Hezbollah. Hamas's dissatisfaction with the Riyadh meeting; clashes around the largest hospital in Gaza. Evidence of Hamas's misuse of civilian centers; the 'Rantisi' hospital has been a base for 'terrorists' and holding hostages. UN flags are at half-mast in honor of the staff who lost their lives in Gaza. UN aid agencies: Our fuel reserves in Gaza have run out. Statistical data from the Israeli army narrates a 'significant decrease' in missile attack warnings since the war began. The International Committee of the Red Cross has called for immediate protection of civilians in Gaza. The Israeli Defense Minister stated that the only way to help return Israeli hostages is through military pressure.