Destruction of al-Jalaa Building
The destruction of al-Jalaa Building occurred on 15 May 2021 in Gaza City, when the Israeli military levelled the complex because of its alleged use by Hamas during the 2021 Israel–Palestine crisis. The presence of Palestinian militants inside the building has been affirmed by Israel, but denied by journalists who worked there. Israeli authorities claim that they possess proof supporting their allegations, but have not yet shared any such evidence publicly. The event generated significant worldwide controversy as the building contained offices for Al Jazeera, the Associated Press, and other news outlets. Building The building was 11 stories tall and contained offices and about 60 residential apartments. Destruction On 15 May, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) targeted the al-Jalaa Building in Gaza, among the occupants of which were Al Jazeera, the Associated Press, Ernst & Young, and other news outlets. Israeli strike planners were reportedly unaware that the building housed foreign media outlets. At 1:40 P.M., the Shin Bet and the IDF started dialing and texting civilians, including journalists, known to be in the building, forewarning them to evacuate before an imminent strike. Shortly afterwards, two or three missiles hit the top of the site as part of Israel's roof