Hundreds of people were killed in a massive blast at a hospital in Gaza City, with Israeli and Palestinian officials trading accusations over who was responsible. Palestinian officials blamed an Israeli airstrike, while Israeli officials claimed that the explosion was caused by a rocket launched by Islamic Jihad. The Gaza Health Ministry reported thousands of people displaced or injured. The World Health Organization and the UN human rights chief condemned the attack and called for the protection of civilians and healthcare. President Biden expressed outrage and sadness over the incident and directed his national security team to gather information. Arab leaders canceled their planned meeting with Biden in Jordan, and protests broke out in several countries.

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