Overview

• An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Gaza City killed at least 29 Palestinians, including children, according to local health officials.
• The Israeli military stated the strike targeted a senior Hamas militant responsible for planning attacks, but did not disclose the individual's name.
• Eyewitnesses and rescuers described a scene of widespread destruction, with civilians trapped under rubble and emergency crews recovering bodies, including women and children.
• The strike is part of a renewed Israeli military campaign that began on March 18, 2025, after a two-month ceasefire ended, with nearly 1,500 Palestinians killed since operations resumed.
• Hamas condemned the attack as a massacre, while international mediators continue to push for a ceasefire amid escalating violence and humanitarian concerns.