Escalation in Gaza: Israeli Airstrikes Hit UN School, Deadly Raids in West Bank

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed at least 34 people, including women and children. The conflict between Israel and Hamas continues with failed cease-fire efforts. In the West Bank, Israeli raids target militants, causing civilian casualties. Over 41,000 Palestinians have died since Israel's offensive began.

Israeli airstrikes across Gaza overnight and Wednesday struck a UN school sheltering displaced Palestinian families and two homes, resulting in the deaths of at least 34 people, including 19 women and children, according to hospital officials.

The Gaza conflict has entered its 11th month, claiming tens of thousands of lives. International efforts to mediate a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas remain stalled amid mutual accusations of unacceptable demands.

In the West Bank, Israeli troops conducted raids in several towns with airstrike support, targeting militants but also causing significant neighborhood destruction and civilian casualties. One airstrike killed five alleged militants, while another on a car killed at least three people according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.

(With inputs from agencies.)