Escalating Conflict: Israeli Airstrikes and Militant Clashes in West Bank and Gaza

An Israeli airstrike killed a Hamas commander and four Islamic Jihad fighters in the West Bank. Further strikes in Gaza resulted in additional deaths. Tensions continue to escalate with ongoing violence and retaliations, affecting both militants and civilians. The situation remains critical with rising regional tensions.

An Israeli airstrike in the occupied West Bank resulted in the death of a Hamas commander and four Islamic Jihad fighters, according to militant groups' media. The Israeli military confirmed the strike, citing the targeted cell was en route to execute an attack near the city of Tulkarm.

Hours later, another Israeli strike killed four additional militants involved in firing on troops during a counter-terrorism operation in Tulkarm, as reported by Israel's military. Palestinian Health Ministry confirmed the deaths, and WAFA reported four more casualties without immediate identification.

In Gaza, Israeli airstrikes killed eight people over the weekend, while the Gaza Health Ministry recorded 31 deaths. The ongoing conflict, triggered by a Hamas attack on Israel, continues to prompt regional unrest, with recent high-profile assassinations further stoking tensions.

(With inputs from agencies.)