Israeli Airstrikes and Tank Shelling Devastate Gaza: 37 Dead

Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes have killed at least 37 Palestinians near Khan Younis in Gaza. The strikes targeted neighborhoods due to renewed attacks from the areas. The casualties included women and children, and many families were forced to flee without notice. A ceasefire effort remains elusive.

On Monday, Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 37 Palestinians, including women and children, according to local medics. The strikes targeted neighborhoods around Khan Younis following renewed attacks from those areas.

The Gaza health ministry reported that dozens more were injured. Many families were forced to evacuate quickly, often without proper warning, and fled using donkey carts or on foot, carrying belongings. At Nasser Hospital, people gathered to mourn and bury their dead relatives.

Ahmed Sammour, a local resident, expressed his anguish, saying, “We are tired, we are tired in Gaza, every day our children are martyred.” The Israeli military cited ongoing rocket launches as the reason for the new evacuation orders. However, Palestinian officials and international agencies argue that there are no safe zones left in Gaza. A ceasefire effort led by Qatar and Egypt remains stalled amid disagreements.