The Gaza Strip is facing a dire humanitarian emergency as the conflict intensifies. According to Gaza health authorities, 77 Palestinians lost their lives and 265 more were injured in just 24 hours 😢. Shockingly, 17 of these fatalities and 89 injuries occurred among people waiting for vital humanitarian aid.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Israel's campaign has entered a 'decisive' stage and would press on 'until all objectives are achieved' 🚨. Over 750,000 civilians have fled northern Gaza, seeking safety from the escalating violence.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed an expanded operation in Gaza City and its surroundings, targeting around 120 sites. Officials report that weapons caches were seized and several Hamas fighters were killed during these raids.
Despite the heavy fighting, there's a glimmer of hope on the horizon. Reports from Haaretz suggest that Hamas has, in principle, accepted a U.S.-backed ceasefire plan. The proposal includes releasing all Israeli hostages, a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces, and the release of Palestinian prisoners. As of now, Hamas has not released an official statement 🕊️.
For young people across Latin America and beyond, this crisis is a stark reminder of how conflict can unfold in real time, with social media buzzing and calls for peace echoing worldwide 🌍.
Reference(s):
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