From Ukraine and Sudan to Gaza: why have hospitals become a target of war? | Global development | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/jul/27/ambulance-midwife-attacked-international-law-military-ukraine
> International law states only military sites can be targeted during conflicts, but this is routinely being ignored
> Two of the worst offenders, Russia and Israel, argue that hospitals are used for military purposes, yet disclose little evidence publicly to back their claims.
"Western" governments routinely condemn Russia but back Israel 100%.
#notInOurName #stateTerrorism #warCrimes
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