At least 73 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on residential areas in Beit Lahia, northern Gaza, on Saturday, according to a statement from the Hamas-run Gaza government media office. Dozens more were injured or reported missing, with women and children making up a majority of the victims. 💔
The media office accused Israel, the U.S., and several European countries of 'full responsibility' for the escalation of violence, calling the attack part of an ongoing 'crime.' Israeli officials have not yet commented on the incident.
This strike highlights the devastating human toll of the conflict, as families scramble to recover loved ones from rubble. The Gaza Health Ministry continues to face challenges documenting casualties amid collapsing infrastructure. 🏥
As global tensions rise, young activists and organizations are amplifying calls for de-escalation. The situation remains fluid, with social media flooded by #StopGazaBombing hashtags and demands for international intervention. 📢
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At least 73 Palestinians killed by Israeli bombing in N. Gaza
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