Ten individuals were reported killed in separate strikes targeting various locations within Gaza City itself. Residents described scenes of devastation, with buildings reduced to rubble and emergency services struggling to cope with the influx of casualties.

Further south, in the Nusseirat refugee camp, five more Palestinians were killed in two separate airstrikes. Witnesses report the targeted structures were residential buildings, and rescue workers are currently sifting through the debris.

“The situation is catastrophic,” said a spokesperson for the Gaza Civil Defense, speaking on condition of anonymity. "Our teams are overwhelmed. We are facing a shortage of essential supplies and desperately need assistance to reach all those affected.”

Details regarding the specific targets of the strikes remain unclear, though sources indicate they focused on areas described by Israeli authorities as harboring militant infrastructure. There has been no immediate comment from the Israel Defense Forces.

This latest escalation comes amidst a period of heightened tensions in the region. The recent surge in violence has sparked international condemnation, with calls for de-escalation and a return to negotiations. However, prospects for a lasting peace remain slim as both sides remain entrenched in their positions.

The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the rising death toll and called for the protection of civilians. Humanitarian organizations are bracing for a potential influx of displaced persons and are ramping up efforts to provide aid to those affected by the ongoing conflict.