Israeli forces struck a residential high-rise in Gaza City on Wednesday, part of a broader offensive targeting Hamas infrastructure. The Tayba II Tower was destroyed after residents received less than an hour’s evacuation warning via social media. 🚨 Israel claims the building housed Hamas surveillance equipment used to track troop movements.
Qatar Attack Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
In a rare move, Israel attempted to assassinate senior Hamas figures in Qatar on Tuesday, prompting Doha to suspend ceasefire talks. Defense Minister Israel Katz called it part of Operation Fire Summit, vowing to pursue Hamas leaders globally: "There’s no place for them to hide." 🔥
Global Reactions Split
The White House distanced itself from the Qatar strike, with former U.S. President Donald Trump stating it was "Netanyahu’s decision." Meanwhile, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen proposed sanctions on Israeli ministers over Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Over 64,000 lives have been lost in the conflict, per Gaza health authorities, with famine risks rising. 🕊️
What’s Next?
With Qatar’s mediation paused and cross-border tensions soaring, the path to peace remains uncertain. As one resident told agencies: "We’re trapped between airstrikes and empty promises." 📉
