Israeli airstrikes in southern Gaza have resulted in the deaths of at least 15 people, including a child, according to hospital staff. The strikes targeted a car, a house, and individuals on the street in Khan Younis. In a separate incident, an airstrike destroyed a residential area in Gaza City, claiming the lives of at least five people.
The ongoing conflict has seen a total of 59 fatalities and over 270 injuries from strikes in the past 24 hours, as reported by Gaza's Health Ministry. Efforts to negotiate a ceasefire are reportedly underway in Qatar, with the involvement of the United States, Qatar, and Egypt. The talks have faced numerous setbacks, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing to continue military operations until Hamas is eradicated.
Hamas, the militant group governing Gaza, has expressed commitment to reaching a ceasefire agreement but cautioned against misinformation that could undermine public trust. The conflict, which began in October 2023, has resulted in significant civilian casualties and widespread displacement in Gaza.
Meanwhile, tensions persist in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, where clashes between Palestinians and Israeli forces have led to further casualties. The Palestinian Health Ministry reported the death of an 18-year-old during confrontations in the Balata refugee camp in Nablus, with several others injured.
In a separate development, a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has held for over a month, despite ongoing hostilities. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has sparked violence in various regions, with both sides sustaining significant losses.
The situation remains fluid, with international efforts focused on brokering a lasting peace agreement to end the cycle of violence and restore stability to the region.
