Israeli forces attacked tent camps for displaced Palestinians in Gaza, resulting in the death of 25 people and wounding 50 others. The attack occurred near Rafah, where clashes between Israel and Hamas have forced many to flee. Witnesses reported shelling at two locations outside an Israeli safe zone, with the Israeli military denying involvement.
The strikes took place as Israel continued its military operation in Rafah, where over a million Palestinians sought refuge. The United Nations has raised concerns about the dire humanitarian conditions in Gaza, with families living in tents without adequate supplies.
The international community has criticized Israel’s actions, with accusations of civilian casualties and systematic destruction in Gaza. The United Nations court suggested a risk of genocide in Gaza, a claim Israel denies. The conflict, now in its ninth month, has resulted in over 37,100 deaths in Gaza.
Israel launched the war in response to a Hamas attack that killed civilians and abducted others. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing clashes and escalating tensions.
Associated Press writer Jack Jeffery contributed to this report.
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