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WHO says staff residence in Gaza was attacked

Jul 22, 2025

Geneva [Switzerland], July 22: The World Health Organization said that its staff residence and main warehouse in Gazan city of Deir al-Balah was attacked thrice on Monday.
Two WHO staff and two family members were detained, said Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the WHO Director-General, adding that three were later released, while one staff member remained in detention.
Israeli tanks pushed into southern and eastern districts of the Gazan city of Deir al-Balah for the first time on Monday, an area where Israeli sources said the military believes hostages may be held.
Source: Fijian Broadcasting Corporation

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