The Institute for Middle East Understanding From the Media Video: Gaza hospital struggles to cope with casualties Sherine Tadros, Al Jazeera, Jan 5, 2009 According to the United Nations, at least 507 Palestinians have been killed, and more than 2,400 injured since Israel began its offensive in Gaza. A quarter of those killed are civilians. Hospitals are at breaking point, families devastated, people are being forced from their homes. Al Jazeera is the only international broadcaster with a presence in Gaza. Sherine Tadros reports from the epicentre of Gaza's struggle to survive - its main hospital. © 2008 Al Jazeera English This page was printed out from the website of the Institute for Middle East Understanding (IMEU) found at www.imeu.net. The IMEU provides journalists with quick access to information about Palestine and the Palestinians, as well as expert sources, both in the U.S. and the Middle East.