Gaza Airstrike: Nine Children Killed, Family's Heartbreak Laid Bare

Gaza Airstrike: Family Mourns Nine Children Killed in May 23 Attack On May 23, 2025, an Israeli airstrike in Gaza claimed the lives of nine children belonging to Palestinian doctor Alaa Al-Najjar. The attack, which occurred in the morning, left the family devastated. Only one child survived, but their condition remains critical. "The morning of May 23rd was a really tragic event," said Dr. Sahar Al-Najjar, a relative of Dr. Alaa. "We were at home when we heard the sound of a missile. Then came the sound of a second missile, and it exploded with a force that made the ground shake beneath us." Seven of the children were so badly burned that identification was impossible. Two others, Yahya and Sidra, remain missing. The incident has sparked international outrage and renewed calls for an end to the conflict in Gaza. Dr. Sahar's testimony, along with the images of the deceased children shown at a UN Security Council meeting, serves as a potent reminder of the human cost of the ongoing conflict. The world watches with heavy hearts, hoping for peace and a cessation of violence.