In a tragic escalation, at least 38 Palestinians were reported killed during a rapid succession of Israeli air strikes across the Gaza Strip, as indicated by medical officials.
Intensified Strikes in Gaza Claim 38 Lives in 30 Minutes, Palestinian Sources Report
Intensified Strikes in Gaza Claim 38 Lives in 30 Minutes, Palestinian Sources Report
Israeli air strikes in Gaza escalate, resulting in significant civilian casualties amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
In the early hours of the morning, Israeli warplanes targeted multiple locations, including a school sheltering displaced families and an abandoned fuel station in Nuseirat refugee camp, as shared by the Hamas-run civil defense agency. With the ongoing bombardments, rescue efforts faced severe challenges, hampered by inadequate equipment and the scale of destruction.
This wave of strikes comes on the heels of Israel's order for civilians to evacuate, signaling an impending "unprecedented attack." Reports emerged of ten fatalities due to an air strike hitting the Musa bin Nusayr School in Gaza City, where numerous displaced individuals had sought refuge. In Nuseirat, 15 casualties were confirmed at a targeted former fuel station, while another strike on a residential building in Deir al-Balah resulted in 13 deaths.
Further air strikes were reported in the Shujaiya neighborhood, with local journalists describing the bombings as tremors akin to an earthquake. Israeli sources indicated these operations aimed at dismantling Hamas's underground infrastructure.
Meanwhile, international leaders from the UK, France, and Canada condemned the violence, warning of consequences if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continued on his stated mission to "take control" of Gaza. Netanyahu dismissed the statement as a meaningful gain for Hamas.
Earlier in the week, Israel announced it would permit a limited amount of food into Gaza, ending an 11-week blockade. However, U.N. aid chief Tom Fletcher criticized the measure as insufficient compared to the dire needs of the besieged population.
The current conflict has roots tracing back to the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, an event that resulted in significant Israeli casualties. The ongoing military campaign has led to overwhelming Palestinian casualties, with estimates suggesting over 53,486 lives lost, as reported by the Hamas-run health ministry. More than 58 hostages remain captured in Gaza, with some believed to still be alive. Various humanitarian organizations continue to call for immediate support and intervention amidst the escalating violence.
This wave of strikes comes on the heels of Israel's order for civilians to evacuate, signaling an impending "unprecedented attack." Reports emerged of ten fatalities due to an air strike hitting the Musa bin Nusayr School in Gaza City, where numerous displaced individuals had sought refuge. In Nuseirat, 15 casualties were confirmed at a targeted former fuel station, while another strike on a residential building in Deir al-Balah resulted in 13 deaths.
Further air strikes were reported in the Shujaiya neighborhood, with local journalists describing the bombings as tremors akin to an earthquake. Israeli sources indicated these operations aimed at dismantling Hamas's underground infrastructure.
Meanwhile, international leaders from the UK, France, and Canada condemned the violence, warning of consequences if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continued on his stated mission to "take control" of Gaza. Netanyahu dismissed the statement as a meaningful gain for Hamas.
Earlier in the week, Israel announced it would permit a limited amount of food into Gaza, ending an 11-week blockade. However, U.N. aid chief Tom Fletcher criticized the measure as insufficient compared to the dire needs of the besieged population.
The current conflict has roots tracing back to the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, an event that resulted in significant Israeli casualties. The ongoing military campaign has led to overwhelming Palestinian casualties, with estimates suggesting over 53,486 lives lost, as reported by the Hamas-run health ministry. More than 58 hostages remain captured in Gaza, with some believed to still be alive. Various humanitarian organizations continue to call for immediate support and intervention amidst the escalating violence.
