Israel began a new ground operation in Gaza alongside intense airstrikes that killed at least 103 people overnight, including dozens of children, according to hospitals and medics, according to AP News.
The offensive has forced the closure of the Indonesian Hospital, the last major medical facility in northern Gaza.
Heavy Casualties Across Gaza
Airstrikes killed 48 people in Khan Younis, striking homes and tents sheltering displaced civilians. Eighteen children and 13 women were among the dead, Nasser Hospital reported. In the Jabaliya refugee camp, strikes killed at least 19 people, including entire families.
In Gaza City, a mother, Um Mahmoud al-Aloul, mourned her daughter Nour.
“You took my soul with you… I used to turn off my phone from how much you called,” the mother told AP News.
Military Push and Humanitarian Crisis
Israel said it aims to seize territory, move residents south, and gain more control over aid distribution. A blockade on Gaza’s food and medicine is now in its third month, with experts warning of looming famine among the 2 million residents.
The military claimed to have killed dozens of militants and hit over 670 targets in the past week. It blames civilian casualties on Hamas for operating in civilian areas.
Ceasefire Talks in Qatar
While negotiations continue in Doha, Israel is pressing Hamas to accept a temporary ceasefire that would secure the release of Israeli hostages. Hamas is demanding a full Israeli withdrawal and a path to end the war.
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office said it is “working to realize every chance for a deal,” but Hamas refuses to disarm or leave Gaza.
War’s Toll and Hospital Shutdowns
Gaza’s Health Ministry says over 53,000 Palestinians have died since the war began in October 2023. The current offensive follows the collapse of an earlier ceasefire in March. Israel’s attacks have damaged or shut down most hospitals, including Kamal Adwan and Beit Hanoun.
The Indonesian Hospital ceased operations Sunday, citing an Israeli siege and nearby combat. Israel said it was targeting “terror infrastructure” near the hospital.
Strikes Continue Across the Strip
Strikes in central Gaza killed at least 12, including families in Deir al-Balah and Nuseirat camp. Shifa Hospital in Gaza City said 15 children and 12 women were among the dead from recent strikes.
Houthi Rebels Fire Missiles
The Israeli military intercepted a missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who claimed they fired two ballistic missiles — including a hypersonic one — toward Tel Aviv. The rebels say their actions support Palestinians in Gaza. Israel has responded with repeated strikes on Yemen.
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