At least 30 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli strike on a school in Gaza that was housing displaced people, with 15 children and eight women among the dead. The Israeli military claimed it had targeted a Hamas command center in the school complex, which was being used for launching attacks and storing weapons. The strike resulted in over 100 people being wounded, with ambulances rushing the injured to hospitals.
Residents described the chaos and destruction caused by the bombing, with some returning to check on their belongings amidst the rubble. The strike in Deir Al-Balah was one of several attacks across Gaza, with further casualties reported in Khan Younis and Rafah. The Israeli military has urged civilians to evacuate certain areas for their safety, accusing Hamas of operating in densely populated neighborhoods.
The escalating violence has drawn condemnation from international organizations, with accusations of disproportionate force and endangering civilians. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas attributed the attacks to U.S. support for Israel. Since the beginning of the conflict, over 39,000 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes, while Israeli officials estimate that 14,000 militants have been killed or captured.
Despite ongoing military operations, resistance from Palestinian fighters persists, underscoring the challenges faced by the Israeli Defense Forces in controlling the situation. The deadly conflict continues to cause devastation and loss of life on both sides, with no immediate resolution in sight.
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