US deplores deadly attack on UN shelter in Gaza

The White House has condemned Wednesday’s deadly shelling of a UN shelter in southern Gaza, reiterating its position that Israel has a “responsibility to protect civilians” as it prosecutes its war with Hamas. While the United States remains unwavering in its support for Israel to defend itself against “Hamas terrorists who hide among the civilian population,” Watson said, “Israel retains a responsibility to protect civilians, including, humanitarian personnel and sites.”