The UN human rights chief, Volker Turk, expressed horror over the destruction of Nasser Medical Complex and al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza and reports of mass graves nearby. Turk urged independent investigations, including international involvement, citing the protection hospitals deserve under international law. Over 300 bodies have been recovered, including those of children and medical staff. Witnesses described the hospitals as turning into graveyards during the conflict. The Israeli army denied allegations of burying Palestinian bodies, stating they examined corpses to locate missing persons.