Israeli airstrikes have caused significant civilian casualties in the southern Gaza Strip, particularly near the European Hospital in Khan Yunis.

At least 24 civilians were killed, and numerous others sustained injuries in strikes on homes and areas providing shelter to displaced people. This brings the total death toll for the day to 55.

The Israeli artillery also targeted eastern areas of Khan Yunis and several locations in the central Gaza Strip. In the north of the Strip, reports indicate the use of internationally banned phosphorus bombs by the Israeli air force on and around the market area of Jabalia.

Additionally, there are reports of the israeli forces breaking into homes in the town and Jabalia refugee camp, forcibly evacuating residents at gunpoint, and setting fire to several houses.

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society has raised concerns about the Al-Ghalia Ambulance Center being besieged by Israeli forces, putting the safety of 127 individuals, including medical personnel and 22 wounded, at risk.

Citizens in Jabalia have reportedly buried the bodies of 30 unidentified individuals, highlighting the devastating impact of the Israeli aggression.

Since the beginning of the Israeli offensive on October 7, the death toll in the Gaza Strip has surged to at least 20,000, including 8,000 children and 6,200 women. The number of wounded has reached 52,600, underscoring the severe humanitarian crisis in the region. (ILKHA)