The situation deteriorates as recent airstrikes claim lives, particularly among civilians, prompting national and international reactions.
**Escalating Violence: Over 80 Palestinians Reported Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza**
**Escalating Violence: Over 80 Palestinians Reported Killed in Latest Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza**
In a chilling update, the Hamas-run health ministry reports heavy casualties in the ongoing conflict, with calls for a ceasefire intensifying amidst cries for peace.
At least 81 Palestinians have lost their lives and more than 400 have sustained injuries due to Israeli airstrikes targeting Gaza, according to the health ministry controlled by Hamas. In a particularly devastating incident near a stadium in Gaza City used for sheltering the displaced, at least 11 individuals, including children, were killed as reported by hospital staff and numerous witnesses. Grief-stricken families are seen digging through rubble in search of their loved ones, showcasing the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the territory.
The BBC has sought comments from the Israeli military regarding these incidents. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism for a potential ceasefire in the upcoming week. Qatari mediators are hopeful that US pressure might lead to a resolution, especially given a recent truce between Israel and Iran which managed to halt an ongoing conflict for 12 days.
Previous negotiations for a ceasefire, initiated on January 19, collapsed in March when fresh Israeli attacks began against Gaza. The originally planned ceasefire involved three phases, but discussions stalled after the first phase. The secondary phase focused on securing a permanent ceasefire and the exchange of hostages, yet progress has been elusive.
In Tel Aviv, a rally occurred with participants advocating for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, suggesting that it is time to cease hostilities and bring everyone home. Despite these protests, the Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have persisted unabated, with the latest strike near Palestine Stadium killing at least 11 individuals. Eyewitness Ahmed Qishawi described the chaos as they faced the aftermath of the explosion, asserting that the area was civilian-populated, devoid of any militants.
Further casualties were reported with strikes on an apartment block and a tent in al-Mawasi, where three children and their parents were killed during sleep. The children's grandmother lamented their unjustified deaths. On Saturday afternoon, airstrikes in the Tuffah neighbourhood resulted in additional fatalities, notably including children, with citizens questioning the impact of such violence on innocent lives.
Rescue efforts are ongoing; however, ambulance and civil defense teams face considerable challenges in accessing victims buried under debris. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have not yet commented on the strikes but did confirm the death of Hakham Muhammad Issa al-Issa, a senior figure within Hamas’s military apparatus, reinforcing the military's agenda following the October 7 attack resulting in significant Israeli casualties.
Since the onset of the current violence, the Hamas-run health ministry reports over 56,000 Palestinian fatalities, marking a dire humanitarian toll as efforts to achieve peace continue to flounder. The conflict escalates, and the urgent call for a ceasefire echoes louder amidst the cries of despair from both sides of the divided region.
The BBC has sought comments from the Israeli military regarding these incidents. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism for a potential ceasefire in the upcoming week. Qatari mediators are hopeful that US pressure might lead to a resolution, especially given a recent truce between Israel and Iran which managed to halt an ongoing conflict for 12 days.
Previous negotiations for a ceasefire, initiated on January 19, collapsed in March when fresh Israeli attacks began against Gaza. The originally planned ceasefire involved three phases, but discussions stalled after the first phase. The secondary phase focused on securing a permanent ceasefire and the exchange of hostages, yet progress has been elusive.
In Tel Aviv, a rally occurred with participants advocating for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, suggesting that it is time to cease hostilities and bring everyone home. Despite these protests, the Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have persisted unabated, with the latest strike near Palestine Stadium killing at least 11 individuals. Eyewitness Ahmed Qishawi described the chaos as they faced the aftermath of the explosion, asserting that the area was civilian-populated, devoid of any militants.
Further casualties were reported with strikes on an apartment block and a tent in al-Mawasi, where three children and their parents were killed during sleep. The children's grandmother lamented their unjustified deaths. On Saturday afternoon, airstrikes in the Tuffah neighbourhood resulted in additional fatalities, notably including children, with citizens questioning the impact of such violence on innocent lives.
Rescue efforts are ongoing; however, ambulance and civil defense teams face considerable challenges in accessing victims buried under debris. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have not yet commented on the strikes but did confirm the death of Hakham Muhammad Issa al-Issa, a senior figure within Hamas’s military apparatus, reinforcing the military's agenda following the October 7 attack resulting in significant Israeli casualties.
Since the onset of the current violence, the Hamas-run health ministry reports over 56,000 Palestinian fatalities, marking a dire humanitarian toll as efforts to achieve peace continue to flounder. The conflict escalates, and the urgent call for a ceasefire echoes louder amidst the cries of despair from both sides of the divided region.
