The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed the elimination of two senior Hamas operatives, Yassin Rabia and Khaled Nagar, in a recent raid in Rafah. Palestinian sources report approximately 40 casualties, including women and children. The IDF acknowledged that it is aware of reports of injuries to civilians in the aftermath of the attack and subsequent fire and is currently investigating the incident.
The conflict has been escalating, currently marking the 234th day of the war. The Palestinian Ministry of Health, which is operated by Hamas, notes that 35 deaths have been attributed to the fire that engulfed a Gaza camp. Senior officials in the Palestinian Authority have condemned the attack, labeling it a 'terrible massacre' and calling for immediate international intervention.
In parallel with the ongoing conflict, numerous demonstrations have been organized around the world, supporting the families of those abducted by Hamas. A notable march took place in New York's Central Park, where over 500 participants joined to demand the release of abductees, including relatives of Omer Nautra and Omer Miran. Yehuda Gurvitz, uncle of the late Hanan Yablonka, whose body was recently retrieved from Gaza, emphasized the global effort to return all abductees home.
Meanwhile, a spokesperson from the White House indicated that the U.S. is gathering information on the Rafah incident, while American media quoted the Palestinian Ministry of Health's death toll. The IDF has emphasized that the attack targeted known terrorists based on precise intelligence and within the bounds of international law. They, however, conceded the potential for civilian casualties, noting that such details are still under investigation.
- The international community has been closely monitoring the situation in the Gaza Strip, with increasing calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian intervention. The continuous exchange of hostilities has intensified global concern over potential human rights violations and the urgent need for peace talks.
- Reports from Al-Jazeera and other major news outlets have shown the devastating impact of the explosion in Rafah, highlighting the plight of civilians caught in the crossfire. The images and stories emerging from the region underscore the human cost of the ongoing conflict and the dire need for an immediate resolution.
