An Israeli airstrike on Gaza has resulted in the tragic loss of 18 members from the same family, many of whom were children. The strike occurred in the early hours of Saturday, with the victims being asleep in their beds at the time of the incident. The funeral for the victims was held the following morning at a nearby hospital. This event forms part of a broader offensive by the Israeli military, which has also seen significant airstrikes launched in southern Lebanon, targeting what Israel claims are weapons depots used by militants. The situation has escalated concerns of a wider conflict in the region, with international efforts underway to negotiate a ceasefire.
- The Israeli airstrike targeted a residence in Gaza, killing 18 members of the same family.
- Many victims of the strike were children, with a funeral held the next morning at a nearby hospital.
- Witnesses described the aftermath of the strike as an “indescribable” scene with severe casualties.
- As part of its offensive, the Israeli military has issued mass evacuation orders across the Gaza enclave and launched significant airstrikes in southern Lebanon.
- Israel says its strike in Lebanon targeted a weapons depot used by militants, though local residents claim the site was a civilian industrial factory.
- International mediators are working to prevent the conflict from escalating into a wider war, with ceasefire talks continuing in Cairo.
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