Death Toll Rises as Israeli Strikes Continue in Gaza
In a devastating escalation of violence, medical sources reported that 37 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air raids across the Gaza Strip since dawn today. Among the deceased, 25 were from the northern Gaza Strip, highlighting the intense conflict in this region. Notably, 15 Palestinians lost their lives during an Israeli raid on two homes in Beit Lahia, while a child was also killed by Israeli fire near Gaza City.
Additionally, the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia was targeted in a bombardment that injured several individuals, including those in a children's dormitory on the third floor. The hospital's director, Hussam Abu Safiya, expressed grave concerns about the ongoing shelling, emphasizing the urgent need for international intervention to protect medical personnel and patients. He reported that the hospital is facing a severe shortage of medical supplies, exacerbated by the continuous siege on the area.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens Amid Ongoing Conflict
The International Committee of the Red Cross has condemned Israel's prevention of aid deliveries to hospitals in northern Gaza, where conditions have deteriorated significantly. The organization highlighted that its teams were barred from delivering essential supplies to the Indonesian and Al-Awda hospitals, which are overwhelmed with patients amid the ongoing violence. The situation has led to claims of genocide and ethnic cleansing by Palestinian authorities, who allege that Israel's military actions are aimed at displacing residents and establishing a buffer zone in the north.
On the ground, resistance groups such as the Al-Quds Brigades and Al-Qassam Brigades have claimed responsibility for attacks against Israeli forces, signaling a continued cycle of violence. The Israeli military reported injuries among its soldiers, with significant numbers requiring medical treatment following clashes in both Gaza and southern Lebanon. This ongoing conflict raises concerns about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region, as civilians continue to bear the brunt of the violence.
