An Israeli airstrike on a multi-story building in northern Gaza has resulted in a tragic loss of life, with at least 27 people reported dead, according to relief officials. The strike, which occurred in Jabalya, targeted the home of the Mbahouh family, where more than 50 displaced individuals had sought shelter. Tragically, some were trapped in a warehouse within the building at the time of the attack.
The Israeli military has issued new evacuation orders in the area as part of its major offensive in response to Hamas-led attacks that began on October 7. The ongoing military campaign has caused widespread destruction in Gaza, with entire neighborhoods demolished and large portions of the strip left uninhabitable. The Ministry of Health in Gaza has reported that over 43,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 100,000 injured since the conflict escalated.
Human rights agencies have raised concerns about the dire survival challenges facing Palestinians in Jabalya, particularly those residing in the refugee camp. The Israeli military has intensified its aerial and ground attacks in the area, citing the need to target Hamas' presence.
Recent Israeli airstrikes and shelling have claimed the lives of at least 30 individuals in Gaza, with casualties reported in various locations including Beit Lahiya. The head of field hospitals in Gaza has described the health situation in the north as catastrophic, with several hospitals unable to provide essential medical services.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have stated that their operations in Beit Lahiya and Jabalya have targeted terrorists and terrorist infrastructure, resulting in the deaths of numerous militants. The IDF has urged residents to evacuate certain areas deemed as combat zones for their safety.
Elsewhere in Gaza, additional strikes have been reported in Al-Nuseirat refugee camp and Rafah, leading to further casualties. The Palestine Red Crescent has confirmed the transfer of bodies to hospitals following drone attacks in Rafah, including members of the same family.
The escalation of violence in Gaza continues to take a heavy toll on civilians, with innocent lives lost and communities devastated by the ongoing conflict.
