Gaza Under Siege: Latest Israeli Raids Force Thousands to Flee

Israeli forces launched new raids in the Gaza Strip, causing widespread destruction and forcing thousands to seek shelter. Medical reports indicate multiple fatalities, including civilians. The raids are part of Israel's efforts to eliminate Hamas militants. Palestinians criticize U.S. support for Israel amid ongoing hostilities.

Israeli forces launched new raids in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, just hours before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the U.S. Congress. The attacks destroyed homes in eastern Khan Younis, forcing thousands to flee west for safety, residents reported.

The Palestinian Civil Emergency Service received distress calls from residents trapped in their homes in Bani Suhaila, east of Khan Younis, but were unable to reach them. Medics confirmed the deaths of two Palestinians in an airstrike there, while Gaza health officials reported at least 55 fatalities in the last 24 hours.

The Israeli military stated it was targeting areas used by Hamas fighters to launch rockets into Israel. Residents criticized the orders to evacuate to a supposedly safe humanitarian area, which they claimed was unsafe as well.