Tragedy struck the city of Jabalya in northern Gaza as at least 22 people lost their lives due to Israeli bombardment, as reported by emergency responders on Saturday. The head of emergency services in northern Gaza, Fares Afana, confirmed that the bodies of the victims were taken to Al-Ahli Baptist hospital. Alongside the fatalities, there were numerous injuries and a troubling count of individuals still missing beneath the rubble.
The Israel Defense Forces have been reached out to for their response to the situation.
According to the official Palestinian news agency Wafa, a series of airstrikes targeted a densely populated neighborhood in Jabalya, resulting in the complete destruction of multiple houses. The aftermath of the attacks left at least 30 individuals wounded and 14 individuals unaccounted for, as reported by emergency responders.
Rescue operations are currently ongoing in an effort to locate and assist those affected by the devastating bombardment. The community in Jabalya is facing a challenging time as they deal with the aftermath of this tragic event.