Palestinians: At least 30 dead in Israeli attacks in Gaza Strip
In new Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, at least 30 Palestinians have been killed according to representatives of the local health authority. Among the fatalities were a journalist, his wife, and two children, who were reportedly killed during an attack on their house in the northern Gaza Strip, a doctor stated. The Israeli military reportedly bombed several areas on Saturday. Additionally, they allegedly advanced further into Rafah in the south with tanks. In Al-Nuseirat in the center of the Gaza Strip, several people were injured in an air strike on a multi-story building, including two local journalists, according to rescue services.
Residents of Rafah reported heavy fighting between Israeli soldiers and Hamas extremists. The Israeli army announced that they would continue their operations against Hamas fighters in Rafah and had also attacked Hamas positions in the center of the Gaza Strip. The army confirmed their accusation that Hamas was misusing humanitarian and civilian structures for military purposes. In Rafah, Israel aims to crush the last major combat formations of Hamas.
- Despite the ongoing attacks in Rafah, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip continue to show resilience, often using baskets to collect essential supplies from the rubble.
- The journalist who was killed during the attacks in the northern Gaza Strip was reportedly covering the situation and making sacrifices to ensure the world was informed about the situation.
- Also in Gaza Strip, Hamas fighters launched several rocket attacks towards Israeli cities, causing tension and fears of further escalation.
- The violent clashes have not spared civilians, with 'Also' at least 50 Palestinians and four Israeli soldiers reportedly wounded in the past 24 hours.
