BTN News: On Tuesday, an Israeli airstrike killed 17 Palestinians. This happened in an area near Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The Israeli army had called this area a “safe zone.” Local hospital officials shared this information.
Attack on Gas Station in Muwasi Camp Kills Many Seeking Refuge
The attack hit a gas station in Muwasi. Muwasi is a crowded tent camp. Thousands of Palestinians live there to escape fighting in other parts of Gaza. They thought it was safe.
Airstrikes Increase Death Toll in Southern and Central Gaza to 59
This attack raised the death toll to 59 in southern and central Gaza from airstrikes on Tuesday morning. Earlier, Israeli strikes in central Gaza had killed 30 people overnight. These people included women and children. They were from Nuseirat and Zawaida. In these areas, 24 people died, including 10 women and four children.
Israel and Hamas Consider Ceasefire as Violence Continues
The violence continues while Israel and Hamas think about a new ceasefire proposal. The conflict has been going on for nine months. The fighting has not stopped even though there are talks for peace. Recently, Israel targeted Mohammed Deif, the top Hamas military commander. The attack killed another Hamas leader and 90 Palestinians, including children. This information comes from local authorities.
International Mediators Work to End Hostilities and Release Hostages
International mediators are trying hard to make Israel and Hamas stop fighting. They also want to free about 120 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The latest attacks have made the bad humanitarian situation even worse.
Residential Buildings Targeted in Night of Airstrikes
The airstrikes on Monday night and Tuesday morning hit four homes. Emergency workers reported this. An Associated Press reporter saw the aftermath. Bodies were wrapped in blue blankets and floral sheets. They were taken to Al Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah. The city was covered with smoke from the attacks.
Israeli Military Claims Selective Strikes on Terrorist Targets
The Israeli military said it hit terrorist targets in central Gaza. But they did not give more details. In southern Gaza, nine people died in two separate attacks overnight. Four died in a house explosion in eastern Khan Younis. Five were killed in a street attack in Rafah. Ambulance workers took the bodies to Nasser Hospital.
Death Toll in Gaza Conflict Rises with Latest Attacks
The Israeli air force hit around 40 targets in Gaza over the past day. These targets included observation posts, Hamas military buildings, and places with explosives. The conflict started after a cross-border attack by Hamas on southern Israel on October 7. About 1,200 people died, mostly civilians. Another 250 people were taken as hostages. Israel responded with ground attacks and bombings. More than 38,600 people have died in Gaza, according to the Health Ministry. They do not separate civilian and fighter deaths.
Overcrowded Camps and Limited Aid Cause Hunger and Fear of Famine
Gaza has 2.3 million people. Most live in crowded tent camps in the central and southern parts. Israeli restrictions and fighting have limited aid efforts. This has caused widespread hunger and fears of famine.
Tensions Rise in West Bank as Violence Spreads
The conflict has also caused violence in the West Bank. On Tuesday, a 19-year-old Palestinian from Gaza stabbed an Israeli police officer. The officer had minor injuries. Another officer shot and killed the attacker.
The situation in Gaza is critical. Violence and humanitarian crises are major problems. The international community is working hard for peace.
