The scene at the Soroka Medical Center hours after the strike was one of chaos, as emergency response teams worked to evacuate patients while black smoke billowed from the damaged building. Eyewitness Alon Uzi, who was receiving treatment during the attack, described the moment when the ceiling collapsed, covering him in debris. Hospital officials confirmed extensive damage to multiple wards, leading to the urgent transfer of over 200 patients to safety. Israeli officials condemned the strike, with Defense Minister Israel Katz calling it a "war crime," while Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to hold Iran accountable for targeting civilians. Amidst rising tensions, both nations brace for further military escalations.
The dramatic escalation in the conflict has raised concerns about the broader implications for regional stability, as the US weighs its response to Iran's actions.
As the violence between Israel and Iran continues, questions loom about the potential for a wider conflict and the implications for the civilian population caught in the crossfire.
