Gaza Airstrike: Surgeons Detail Horrific Scene of Nine Children Killed

Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza, kills nine children: British surgeons recount the horrific aftermath. On Friday, May 23rd, 2025, an Israeli airstrike targeted a home in Khan Younis, Gaza, resulting in the deaths of nine children. British surgeons Graeme Groom and Victoria Rose, who treated the surviving victims, shared their experiences. "The video shows all of the children being pulled out of the fire, and they’re absolutely charcoal," said Dr. Rose, describing the scene. The children's father, a physician at the Nasser Hospital, was critically injured. Dr. Groom treated the 11-year-old surviving brother, who appeared much younger due to the trauma. The attack has sparked international outrage and renewed calls for an end to the violence in Gaza. The incident underscores the devastating human cost of the ongoing conflict. The family's mother, also a pediatrician, was on duty at the time of the attack. This tragedy highlights the vulnerability of civilians caught in the crossfire. The surgeons' testimony provides a powerful reminder of the human cost of conflict and the resilience of the medical professionals working in challenging conditions.