Israeli airstrikes across Gaza Strip leave over 50 dead

The recent conflict in the Gaza Strip has resulted in significant civilian casualties, with at least 44 people killed and dozens wounded within an hour across the war-ravaged territory. According to reports, Israeli forces have carried out multiple strikes, including attacks on schools and refugee camps where civilians were sheltering. The Israeli military has bombed two UN-run schools and a "safe zone" in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 42 Palestinians. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has expressed concern over the high number of civilian casualties, describing them as "unacceptably high". He met with senior Israeli officials to discuss the situation, but it is unclear whether any concrete steps have been taken to address the issue. The US has not publicly condemned Israel's actions, instead focusing on the need for a ceasefire.

Israeli forces have been engaged in battles with Hamas-led fighters across the Gaza Strip, resulting in significant loss of life. According to Palestinian health officials, at least 57 people have been killed in Israeli bombardments of southern and central areas, while Israel claims that the attacks are aimed at derailing efforts by Arab mediators and the United States to reach a ceasefire deal.