Israeli Airstrike in Gaza Kills 21, Including Civilians

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in escalating casualties, with over 44,000 reported deaths in Gaza since October 2023.

An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Gaza's Nuseirat refugee camp reportedly killed 21 people and injured 30, according to Palestinian sources.
The Israeli military has not confirmed the attack, while accusing Hamas of using civilians as human shields in the densely populated Gaza Strip.
The conflict began on October 7, 2023, following a large-scale Hamas assault on Israel that killed over 1,200 people and led to the abduction of approximately 250 individuals.
Israel launched the military operation 'Eiserne Schwerter' (Iron Swords) in response, with the stated goals of dismantling Hamas and rescuing hostages.
Efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages have made little progress, as the humanitarian toll continues to draw international criticism.