Escalating Conflict: Gaza's Tragic Tolls Amid Ceasefire Talks

Israeli forces engaged Hamas-led fighters in the Gaza Strip, resulting in at least 57 deaths in southern and central areas. Gaza health authorities report multiple fatalities, including a senior militant and several civilians. While ceasefire talks stall, tensions rise with Israel vowing to continue its offensive.

Israeli forces engaged in intense battles with Hamas-led fighters in various areas of the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, causing the deaths of at least 57 people in southern and central regions, according to Palestinian health officials. Hamas accused Israel of intensifying attacks to thwart Arab and U.S.-led ceasefire efforts. Israel maintained its focus on eliminating Hamas fighters.

In the southern city of Rafah, an airstrike killed five Palestinians, while another strike in Khan Younis killed a family, including two children. Later, an airstrike on a car wounded 26 and killed at least 17 more in Khan Younis. The Israeli military claimed the strike was aimed at a senior Islamic Jihad militant.

Amid the destruction, displaced families in Al-Mawasi suffered as Israeli airstrikes targeted areas near their makeshift tents. Reports showed civilians transporting injured and deceased individuals using donkey carts and rickshaws. Israel defended its actions by citing measures to minimize civilian harm, despite multiple casualties reported from strikes on civilian locations including a UN-run school.

(With inputs from agencies.)