In a pivotal development on the 24th day of the Israel-Gaza conflict, the Gaza Strip has received a historic humanitarian aid shipment, coinciding with an escalation of Israeli airstrikes in the region. Here are the top ten updates on the situation:
Largest Aid Shipment Arrives in Gaza: On this day, Gaza welcomed its most substantial humanitarian aid delivery since the commencement of the conflict between Israel and Hamas. A convoy of 33 aid trucks crossed into Gaza through the sole Egyptian border crossing. Israel had previously restricted the flow of aid to a mere trickle.
Mounting Palestinian Casualties: The Palestinian death toll has now surpassed 8,000, with a significant majority being women and minors, as reported by the Gaza Health Ministry.
Israeli Airstrikes Inside Syria: The Israeli military confirmed conducting airstrikes on military facilities in Syria. The IDF stated that these strikes targeted the launch sites used to target Israeli territory from Syrian territory.
Intensified Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza: Israel escalated its airstrikes in Gaza, including strikes near the largest hospital in the area. Another hospital also sustained damage due to nearby bombardments.
ICC Prosecutor's Warning: International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan issued a warning, stating that obstructing access to humanitarian aid could potentially be deemed a criminal act. His statement followed a visit to the Rafah crossing in Egypt, the primary entry point for international aid into Gaza.
White House Emphasizes Protection of Civilians: The White House emphasized the importance of Israel taking measures to protect innocent residents in Gaza by distinguishing between Hamas militants and civilians. World leaders have increased their calls for essential humanitarian aid to reach the war-torn Palestinian territory.
Hezbollah Downs Israeli Drone: Hezbollah in Lebanon claimed to have successfully downed an Israeli drone in southern Lebanon using a surface-to-air missile. The incident occurred near Khiam, approximately 5 kilometers from the Israeli border.
UN Secretary-General's Statement: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the paramount importance of protecting civilians. He stressed that the Laws of War establish clear rules to safeguard human life and uphold humanitarian concerns, which must not be compromised for the sake of expedience.
US President Biden's Call for Humanitarian Aid: The White House issued a statement following a phone call between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. President Biden emphasized the urgent need for increased humanitarian aid to Gaza amid ongoing hostilities.
The Israel-Gaza conflict continues to be a matter of great concern, with efforts to address the humanitarian crisis and protect civilians taking center stage in international discussions.
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