The European Union has thrown its weight behind a United Nations initiative urging an independent investigation into the discovery of mass graves at two Gaza hospitals decimated during Israeli sieges.

EU spokesman Peter Stano announced the bloc's endorsement of the UN's call, emphasizing the need for an impartial inquiry to address suspicions of potential violations of international human rights.

Stano stressed the significance of ensuring accountability through an independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the reported discovery of mass graves, stating: "That's why it's important to have independent investigation and to ensure accountability."

The UN rights office echoed similar sentiments, expressing horror over the destruction of Gaza's largest hospitals, Al-Shifa in Gaza City and the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunis, and emphasizing the necessity of involving international investigators in the probe.

According to Gaza's Civil Defense agency, nearly 340 bodies were unearthed at the Nasser complex, buried by Israeli forces.

Meanwhile, at Al-Shifa hospital, where around 200 Palestinians were reportedly killed during Israeli operations, approximately 30 bodies were said to have been found buried in two graves within the hospital's courtyard.

Hospitals, afforded protection under international law, have repeatedly borne the brunt of Israeli bombardment throughout the protracted genocide in Gaza. (ILKHA)