The Israeli army (IDF) has confirmed the deaths of two hostages held in Gaza, raising the total number of fatalities from the ongoing conflict to 44. The situation escalates as Israel responds to Houthi drone attacks on Tel Aviv with airstrikes on Yemen, particularly targeting the port city of Hodeida. Amidst these developments, the toll in Gaza continues to rise, with reports indicating nearly 39,000 deaths since the conflict began on October 7, 2023.
Escalating Conflict: Israel Confirms Deaths of Hostages as Houthi Attacks Trigger Airstrikes on Yemen
2024-07-22T11:03:37.995Z
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