In a continuing wave of violence, more than 770 Palestinians have been reported killed and over 1,000 injured in Jabalia, northern Gaza, following 19 days of relentless Israeli military attacks and a severe siege, according to the Gaza Strip’s government media office. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with at least 42,792 fatalities and 100,412 injuries documented since the onset of Israeli airstrikes on October 7, 2023.
In related developments, Hezbollah has confirmed the death of its prominent leader, Hashem Safieddine, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike several weeks ago. This revelation comes amid rising tensions as Israel continues to conduct airstrikes in Lebanon, specifically targeting the port city of Tyre. Shortly before these strikes, Israeli officials had issued warnings to residents, urging them to evacuate the area.
The conflict escalated significantly on October 7, when Hamas launched a coordinated attack that resulted in the deaths of approximately 1,139 individuals in Israel and the capture of more than 200 others. The ongoing violence has led to widespread devastation and suffering on both sides, with international calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid growing louder as the crisis deepens.
