Israeli airstrikes killed at least 58 Palestinians in Gaza overnight, local health officials reported Saturday, marking one of the deadliest phases of the conflict since a March truce collapsed. Over 300 Gazans have died since Thursday, with hospitals overwhelmed and victims trapped under rubble. 🏥
"The situation inside the hospital is catastrophic," said Marwan Al-Sultan, director of northern Gaza's Indonesian Hospital.
Israel confirmed plans to expand military operations, mobilizing troops under "Operation Gideon's Wagons" to gain "operational control" of Gaza. The move follows U.S. President Donald Trump's Middle East tour, which ended without progress toward a ceasefire. 🌍
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
UN experts warn of imminent famine after 76 days of blocked aid. "Will the Security Council act to prevent genocide?" asked UN aid chief Tom Fletcher. Over 53,000 Gazans have died since October 2023, with nearly all residents displaced.
What’s Next?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved plans for an intensified offensive, potentially seizing control of Gaza. Meanwhile, global pressure mounts to resume ceasefire talks and address starvation risks. As armored forces gather at Gaza’s border, the world watches a powder keg ready to explode. 💥
