Rescue mission in Gaza sparks joy and sorrow
Israeli special forces successfully rescued four hostages from war-torn Gaza in a daring raid that left 274 Palestinians dead and hundreds wounded. The mission, which saw heavy fighting between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants, ended with the safe extraction of the captives.
While Israelis celebrated the successful rescue, Palestinians mourned the loss of their loved ones and condemned the Israeli occupation. The health ministry in Gaza reported a high number of casualties, including women and children, during the raid.
The freed hostages, who were abducted during a previous attack by Hamas, were reunited with their families and received medical attention. The operation was hailed as heroic by Israeli newspapers, with leaders around the world calling for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict.
As the situation in Gaza remains tense, diplomats are working towards a peaceful resolution. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit the region to push for a ceasefire agreement, as international pressure mounts on both sides to end the violence.