Israeli Airstrikes Kill 18 Palestinians in Gaza Overnight
10 Killed in Al-Qassas Family Home in Nuseirat Refugee Camp
Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have claimed at least 18 lives overnight, with one of the deadliest attacks hitting the home of the Al-Qassas family in Nuseirat refugee camp. The strike, which occurred on Monday morning, killed 10 family members and left 15 others injured, according to medics at Al-Awda hospital.
Gaza Civil Defence Confirms Death Toll
Gaza’s civil defence agency confirmed the death toll from the strike, with spokesperson Mahmud Bassal indicating that the attack targeted the family’s home early Monday. Rescue operations were carried out amid the wreckage as medics worked to save the injured.
Six Killed in Gaza City’s Zeitun Neighborhood
Another airstrike during the night in Gaza City’s Zeitun neighborhood, a frequent target of Israeli military action, resulted in six deaths. The attack targeted the Bassal family home, according to the civil defence agency, with several others wounded in the incident.
Two Killed in Rafah
In Rafah, another airstrike targeted a house belonging to the Abu Shaar family, killing two people. Medics and rescue workers report several wounded in this strike as well, adding to the growing toll of casualties.
Ongoing Strikes Amid Ceasefire Deadlock
Israeli airstrikes and artillery shelling have persisted amidst stalled negotiations over a ceasefire. The discussions revolve around the release of hostages held in Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody, but no agreement has been reached.
Casualty Count in Gaza Exceeds 41,000
The health ministry in Gaza, under Hamas control, reports that Israeli military actions have killed at least 41,206 people since the war began in October, with the toll continuing to rise as strikes intensify.