Death toll since Gaza ceasefire began rises after Israeli strikes
Israeli attacks on Gaza have resulted in the deaths of 342 civilians – the majority children, women, and the elderly – since the ceasefire came into effect on October 10.
Gaza’s Government Media Office said at least 875 Palestinians were wounded over the past six weeks.
“This confirms the occupation’s determination to undermine the agreement and create a bloody reality on the ground that threatens security and stability in the Gaza Strip,” the office said in a statement.
Israeli attacks included 142 “shooting incidents” targeting civilians, homes, residential neighbourhoods, and displaced people’s tents, it added. There were also 100 demolitions of homes and civilian infrastructure.
“This systematic crime aims to expand destruction and collectively punish the population, constituting a grave breach of the Geneva Conventions,” the press office said.
Israel carries out new attacks inside ‘yellow line’ in southern Gaza
Israel has carried out 10 air strikes on Khan Younis inside the Gaza ceasefire’s “yellow line” marking areas under Israeli control.
Israeli bombing raids and artillery shelling also targeted the eastern part of Rafah city in the southern Gaza Strip.
The Israeli military also blew up buildings east of Gaza City as it continues its truce violations. A total of 497 violations have been recorded since the US-brokered agreement came into force six weeks ago, with nearly 350 Palestinians killed.
Victim of south Lebanon Israeli strike identified as local official
Municipalities across south Lebanon have condemned the killing of Hussein Yassine Hussein, a member of the town council, in the border village of Hula. He was targeted by an Israeli air strike in the Bint Jbeil district earlier today.
“We condemn this criminal act that will only add to the perseverance and persistence of our people,” the town of Rab Thalathin said in a statement.
