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On Friday morning, Gaza’s civil defence agency reported that Israeli air strikes hit two homes at dawn in Khan Yunis, a major city in southern Gaza, leading to the deaths of at least 20 people. Emergency responders are actively working on site, attempting to assist survivors amid the extensive destruction.
Spokesman Mahmud Bassal reported that fourteen people were killed when an airstrike struck the residence of the Al-Fara family, with an additional six casualties resulting from a separate bombing. These incidents highlight the continuing escalation of violence and the profound impact on civilian life in the area.
Medical personnel at the Nasser Medical Complex confirmed the fatalities at the Al-Fara home and provided the names of the victims. This revelation has brought to light the human toll of the ongoing conflict, leaving families and friends to grapple with the profound loss.
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The military’s operational update revealed that “a number of terrorists were eliminated from the air and ground” in southern Gaza. This operation reflects ongoing military efforts to weaken terrorist factions and enhance stability in the conflict-ridden region.
While Israeli forces operate throughout Gaza, recent weeks have featured a heightened air and ground offensive in the northern territory, where military officials report that Hamas militants are regrouping. This intensified focus reflects a strategic response to evolving threats in the region.