At least 30 Palestinians were killed and dozens more injured this evening when Israeli warplanes targeted a building and several homes in the Nuseirat refugee camp, situated in the central Gaza Strip.

According to local reports, multiple airstrikes were launched on the densely populated area, destroying a building and several nearby homes. Medical sources confirmed that the majority of the victims were women and children, highlighting the devastating impact of the strikes on civilians. Many of the injured are in critical condition, straining the already overwhelmed healthcare system in Gaza.

This incident is part of a broader escalation of violence. Since the early hours of Thursday, Israeli airstrikes across Gaza have claimed the lives of 70 individuals, including 57 in the central and southern regions of the besieged enclave.

The ongoing Israeli military offensive, which began in October 2023, has resulted in staggering human losses. According to Palestinian health authorities, at least 44,835 Palestinians have been killed, with over 106,356 others injured. Thousands more are believed to be trapped under rubble, inaccessible to rescue teams due to relentless attacks and the destruction of vital infrastructure.

The international community has expressed grave concerns over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The United Nations Security Council has called for an immediate ceasefire, while the International Court of Justice has issued directives urging Israel to take measures to prevent genocide and address the dire humanitarian situation. Despite these calls, the airstrikes continue unabated, exacerbating the suffering of the Palestinian population.

As emergency responders work tirelessly under life-threatening conditions, the world watches with increasing urgency for a resolution to the conflict and an end to the bloodshed in Gaza. (ILKHA)