On Wednesday, a stark tragedy unfolded in the besieged city of Gaza, as Israeli forces targeted a UN-run school housing displaced Palestinians. The devastating airstrike led to a significant loss of life, with scores of Palestinians reported dead, and numerous others wounded amidst the rubble.
A correspondent from Roya News reported fierce engagements as Palestinian resistance groups mounted a robust defense against the advancing Israeli troops. The Israeli military has been attempting to gain ground in the densely populated central districts of Gaza City, meeting strong opposition from Palestinian factions determined to defend their territory.
Sources describe Israeli military endeavors to make pronounced inroads into civilian precincts over the recent hours, which have been met with robust and valiant resistance.
The Israeli offensive in Gaza marks its 33rd day, with relentless bombings laying waste to residential buildings and crippling the already fragile infrastructure. Inhabitants face a dire humanitarian crisis, exacerbated by a comprehensive blockade restricting essentials, including much-needed fuel. The situation has deteriorated as access to basic life necessities becomes increasingly scarce.
In retaliation to ongoing Israeli transgressions on Palestinian lands, Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, initiated “Operation Al-Aqsa Flood” on October 7th.
The Israeli military campaign, dubbed ” Operation Swords of Iron,” has conducted numerous air strikes across Gaza, resulting in a devastating toll of hundreds dead and thousands injured. These strikes have led to widespread destruction, including the leveling of residential towers, institutions, and key infrastructure.
The Palestinian Health Ministry has released alarming figures in the wake of these attacks, confirming 10,328 Palestinian deaths, which include 4,237 children and 2,741 women. Moreover, the injury count has reached 25,959 with varying degrees of severity since the outbreak of violence on October 7th of the previous year.
Earlier today, following a meeting of the foreign ministers of the G7 nations in Tokyo, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken underscored on Wednesday the importance of Israel refraining from reoccupying the Gaza Strip after the ongoing conflict with Hamas concludes.
Speaking to reporters, Blinken rejected the notion of forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, stating, “There must be no forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, neither now nor after the war.” He further emphasized that Gaza should not be reoccupied or have its territory reduced after the conflict’s resolution.
