Gaza medic distraught after Israel's war - 06 Apr 09:
"Dozens of Palestinian medics died while trying to save lives during Israel's war on Gaza.
Al Jazeera met one paramedic who was injured when an Israeli shell hit his ambulance.
While Ala Sarhan survived, his colleague did not. This is his story in his own words."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Showing posts with label Targetting Ambulances and Medics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Targetting Ambulances and Medics. Show all posts
Monday, April 6, 2009
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Guardian uncovers evidence of Israeli war crimes in Gaza Part 2
Guardian investigation uncovers evidence of alleged Israeli war crimes in Gaza Part 2:
"Part 2 deals with the targetting of medics and medical facilities
Palestinians claim children were used as human shields and hospitals targeted during 23-day conflict
Medics and ambulance drivers said they were targeted when they tried to tend to the wounded. Sixteen of them were killed. According to the World Health Organisation, more than half of Gaza's 27 hospitals and 44 clinics were da More..maged by Israeli bombs. Two clinics were destroyed. In one incident, paramedics were fired on by a tank using a shell filled with 8,000 lethal metal darts as they were carrying a wounded man to an ambulance.
In a report released today, doctors for Human Rights Israel said there was 'certainty' that Israel violated international humanitarian law during the three-week war in January, with attacks on medics, damage to medical buildings, indiscriminate attacks on civilians and delays in medical treatment for the injured.
'We have noticed a stark decline in IDF [Israeli Defence Forces] morals concerning the Palestinian population of Gaza, which in reality amounts to a contempt for Palestinian lives,' said Dani Filc, chairman of Physicians for Human Rights Israel.
The Guardian gathered testimony of missile attacks by Israeli drones on clearly distinguishable civilian targets. In one case a family of six was killed when a missile hit the courtyard of their house. Israel has not admitted to the use of drones but military experts say their optical equipment is good enough to clearly identify individual items of clothing worn by targets.
The Israeli military issued a statement in response to the allegations saying: "The IDF operated in accordance with the rules of war and did the utmost to minimise harm to civilians uninvolved in combat. The IDF's use of weapons conforms to international law."
The IDF said an investigation was under way into allegations that hospitals were targeted. A statement said Israeli soldiers were under standing orders to avoid harming medics, but added: "However, in light of the difficult reality of warfare in the Gaza Strip carried out in urban and densely populated areas, medics who operate in the area take the risk upon themselves."
The use of human shields was outlawed by Israel's supreme court in 2005 after a string of incidents. The IDF said only Hamas used human shields by launching attacks from civilian areas.
An Israeli embassy spokesman said any allegations from Gaza were suspect because of Hamas pressure on witnesses. "Anyone who understands the realities of Gaza will know that these people are not free to speak the truth. Those that wish to speak out cannot for fear of beatings, torture or execution at the hands of Hamas," the spokesman said in a written statement.
However, the accounts gathered by the Guardian are supported by the findings of human rights organisations and soldiers' testimony published in the Israeli press.
An IDF squad leader is quoted in the daily newspaper Ha'aretz as saying his soldiers interpreted the rules to mean "we should kill everyone there [in the centre of Gaza]. Everyone there is a terrorist.
"To write 'death to the Arabs' on the walls, to take family pictures and spit on them, just because you can," the squad leader said. "I think this is the main thing: To understand how much the IDF has fallen in the realm of ethics, really. It's what I'll remember the most."
Last week, a group of 16 of the world's leading war crimes investigators and judges called on the UN to launch a full inquiry into "alleged gross violations of the laws of war committed by both sides during the recent conflict in Gaza and southern Israel". "
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"Part 2 deals with the targetting of medics and medical facilities
Palestinians claim children were used as human shields and hospitals targeted during 23-day conflict
Medics and ambulance drivers said they were targeted when they tried to tend to the wounded. Sixteen of them were killed. According to the World Health Organisation, more than half of Gaza's 27 hospitals and 44 clinics were da More..maged by Israeli bombs. Two clinics were destroyed. In one incident, paramedics were fired on by a tank using a shell filled with 8,000 lethal metal darts as they were carrying a wounded man to an ambulance.
In a report released today, doctors for Human Rights Israel said there was 'certainty' that Israel violated international humanitarian law during the three-week war in January, with attacks on medics, damage to medical buildings, indiscriminate attacks on civilians and delays in medical treatment for the injured.
'We have noticed a stark decline in IDF [Israeli Defence Forces] morals concerning the Palestinian population of Gaza, which in reality amounts to a contempt for Palestinian lives,' said Dani Filc, chairman of Physicians for Human Rights Israel.
The Guardian gathered testimony of missile attacks by Israeli drones on clearly distinguishable civilian targets. In one case a family of six was killed when a missile hit the courtyard of their house. Israel has not admitted to the use of drones but military experts say their optical equipment is good enough to clearly identify individual items of clothing worn by targets.
The Israeli military issued a statement in response to the allegations saying: "The IDF operated in accordance with the rules of war and did the utmost to minimise harm to civilians uninvolved in combat. The IDF's use of weapons conforms to international law."
The IDF said an investigation was under way into allegations that hospitals were targeted. A statement said Israeli soldiers were under standing orders to avoid harming medics, but added: "However, in light of the difficult reality of warfare in the Gaza Strip carried out in urban and densely populated areas, medics who operate in the area take the risk upon themselves."
The use of human shields was outlawed by Israel's supreme court in 2005 after a string of incidents. The IDF said only Hamas used human shields by launching attacks from civilian areas.
An Israeli embassy spokesman said any allegations from Gaza were suspect because of Hamas pressure on witnesses. "Anyone who understands the realities of Gaza will know that these people are not free to speak the truth. Those that wish to speak out cannot for fear of beatings, torture or execution at the hands of Hamas," the spokesman said in a written statement.
However, the accounts gathered by the Guardian are supported by the findings of human rights organisations and soldiers' testimony published in the Israeli press.
An IDF squad leader is quoted in the daily newspaper Ha'aretz as saying his soldiers interpreted the rules to mean "we should kill everyone there [in the centre of Gaza]. Everyone there is a terrorist.
"To write 'death to the Arabs' on the walls, to take family pictures and spit on them, just because you can," the squad leader said. "I think this is the main thing: To understand how much the IDF has fallen in the realm of ethics, really. It's what I'll remember the most."
Last week, a group of 16 of the world's leading war crimes investigators and judges called on the UN to launch a full inquiry into "alleged gross violations of the laws of war committed by both sides during the recent conflict in Gaza and southern Israel". "
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Hospital On Fire After Israeli Strike - DAY 20
Hospital On Fire After Israeli Strike - DAY 20:
"Breaking News From Press TV
http://www.presstv.ir
Hospital in Gaza City on fire after Israeli military strike.
Israeli snipers are shooting at families who are attempting to seek refuge in Al-Quds hospital, Gaza City. Palestinian and international volunteers are now on the streets outside the hospital to try and get the families inside the hospital.
Australian Human Rights Activist Sharon Lock is assisting medical teams at the hospital,
Israeli snipers are shooting at families attempting to get to the hospital. They are frightened and have no where to go. At least two families have been shot at now, children have been wounded.
Press TV interviews with Sharon Lock of ISM - International Solidarity Movement: Get Involved at:
http://palsolidarity.org/
Other Headlines and Breaking News:
American Jews blast Israel atrocities
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Activists chased away by Israeli warships
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Israel met with resistance at heart of Gaza
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Gaza's UNRWA building targeted
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
For Continuous Live Coverage and Breaking News, tune in to Press TV
at: http://www.presstv.ir"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"Breaking News From Press TV
http://www.presstv.ir
Hospital in Gaza City on fire after Israeli military strike.
Israeli snipers are shooting at families who are attempting to seek refuge in Al-Quds hospital, Gaza City. Palestinian and international volunteers are now on the streets outside the hospital to try and get the families inside the hospital.
Australian Human Rights Activist Sharon Lock is assisting medical teams at the hospital,
Israeli snipers are shooting at families attempting to get to the hospital. They are frightened and have no where to go. At least two families have been shot at now, children have been wounded.
Press TV interviews with Sharon Lock of ISM - International Solidarity Movement: Get Involved at:
http://palsolidarity.org/
Other Headlines and Breaking News:
American Jews blast Israel atrocities
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Activists chased away by Israeli warships
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Israel met with resistance at heart of Gaza
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
Gaza's UNRWA building targeted
http://www.presstv.com/detail.aspx?id...
For Continuous Live Coverage and Breaking News, tune in to Press TV
at: http://www.presstv.ir"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
ISM video of Israel troops shooting Palestinian paramedics in Jabaliya
ISM video of Israel troops shooting Palestinian paramedics in Jabaliya:
"A Palestinian medic, traveling with two International Solidarity Movement volunteers, has been shot by Israeli forces in Jabaliya, northern Gaza.
Red Crescent medic, Hassan al-Attal, was shot through the thigh while collecting a civilian killed by Israeli fire from Zemmo, east of Jabaliya refugee camp."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"A Palestinian medic, traveling with two International Solidarity Movement volunteers, has been shot by Israeli forces in Jabaliya, northern Gaza.
Red Crescent medic, Hassan al-Attal, was shot through the thigh while collecting a civilian killed by Israeli fire from Zemmo, east of Jabaliya refugee camp."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Israel tank fire kill United Nations Ambulance driver in Gaza
Israel tank fire kill United Nations Ambulance driver in Gaza:
"United nations is stopping humanitarian efforts in Gaza after Israel kills United Nations ambulance driver"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"United nations is stopping humanitarian efforts in Gaza after Israel kills United Nations ambulance driver"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Paramedics risking their lives amid war in Gaza - 08 Jan 09
Paramedics risking their lives amid war in Gaza - 08 Jan 09:
"It's a tough job as it is, but for the paramedics and ambulance drivers of Gaza right now it's impossible.
Hundreds of health workers are risking their lives on a daily basis in order to save others.
Sherine Tadros has spent a day with some of them. This is her exclusive report."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"It's a tough job as it is, but for the paramedics and ambulance drivers of Gaza right now it's impossible.
Hundreds of health workers are risking their lives on a daily basis in order to save others.
Sherine Tadros has spent a day with some of them. This is her exclusive report."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Friday, January 2, 2009
Israeli airstrikes hit an ambulance 02.01.09
Israeli airstrikes hit an ambulance AGAIN 02.01.09:
"A Palestinian Red Crescent ambulance that arrived on the site of an
Israeli airstrike in northern Gaza on Friday (January 2) was damaged when a second strike took place at the site, wounding one medic."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"A Palestinian Red Crescent ambulance that arrived on the site of an
Israeli airstrike in northern Gaza on Friday (January 2) was damaged when a second strike took place at the site, wounding one medic."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Israel targets ambulances during Gaza airstrikes 31.12.08
Israel targets ambulances during Gaza airstrikes 31.12.08:
"Nine ambulances have been hit since saturday. This is the story of one team that came under fire, with fatal consequences."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"Nine ambulances have been hit since saturday. This is the story of one team that came under fire, with fatal consequences."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Israel continues to bombard Gaza
Israel continues to bombard Gaza - 01 Mar 08:
"A fourth day of aerial bombardment by Israeli aircraft is now being backed up now by ground forces making their deepest incursion into Gaza since 2005.
The chief negotiator for the Palestinians says any hope for the peace talks now lies buried in the rubble of Gaza.
More than 80 people - women and children among them - have been killed over the past four days, and international condemnation remains muted.
Nour Odeh has been following the day's developments."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"A fourth day of aerial bombardment by Israeli aircraft is now being backed up now by ground forces making their deepest incursion into Gaza since 2005.
The chief negotiator for the Palestinians says any hope for the peace talks now lies buried in the rubble of Gaza.
More than 80 people - women and children among them - have been killed over the past four days, and international condemnation remains muted.
Nour Odeh has been following the day's developments."
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Israel Continues Attacks on Palestinian Ambulances
Press TV- Israel Continues Attacks on Palestinian Ambulances:
"Press TV - Clip broadcast on 13 February 2008"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"Press TV - Clip broadcast on 13 February 2008"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
Sunday, September 24, 2006
This is Not Your War
This is Not Your War:
"The poignant testimony of Lynn Gras, an American nurse volunteer, who was giving training in neonatal intensive care in Palestinian hospitals under siege during the Israeli attacks on Gaza and Ramallah in May of 2003, forms the basis for this documentary. She describes the impact of the occupation on the physical and mental health of the Palestinian population, and the staff at the hospitals that she visited. We follow Lynn as she travels through the occupied territories, negotiating checkpoints and encountering many dangers along the way. A brief history of the region is interwoven with the narrative. Producer: John Odam; Writer: Lawrence Ludlow (2003)"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
"The poignant testimony of Lynn Gras, an American nurse volunteer, who was giving training in neonatal intensive care in Palestinian hospitals under siege during the Israeli attacks on Gaza and Ramallah in May of 2003, forms the basis for this documentary. She describes the impact of the occupation on the physical and mental health of the Palestinian population, and the staff at the hospitals that she visited. We follow Lynn as she travels through the occupied territories, negotiating checkpoints and encountering many dangers along the way. A brief history of the region is interwoven with the narrative. Producer: John Odam; Writer: Lawrence Ludlow (2003)"
Palestine Video - A Palestine Vlog
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