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Gaza Conflict: Israeli Attacks on Khan Yunis, At Least 40 Dead and Over 60 Injured

Israeli strikes in Khan Yunis hit a humanitarian zone, killing over 40. Hamas denies presence of fighters. Unicef ​​denounces destruction of schools and thousands of victims among students and teachers.

Gaza Conflict: Israeli Attacks on Khan Yunis, At Least 40 Dead and Over 60 Injured.

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has reached a new level of intensity in the Gaza Strip, with air strikes causing numerous civilian deaths and injuries. Overnight, the Israeli army carried out a bombing raid on Khan Yunis, a town in southern Gaza, targeting a designated “humanitarian” zone, an area deemed safe for civilians fleeing the fighting. The attack left at least 40 people dead and more than 60 injured, with many people still trapped under rubble. Eyewitnesses reported powerful explosions and flames billowing into the sky, as local aid workers desperately tried to provide assistance. The Israeli army said the operation targeted a Hamas command center and that measures had been taken to reduce the risk of harm to civilians, including the use of precision-guided munitions and extensive aerial surveillance. However, Hamas has strongly rejected the Israeli claims, denying the presence of its fighters in the affected area and accusing Israel of justifying crimes against innocent civilians.

The humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip has become increasingly critical, especially in terms of education. According to a UNICEF report, 9.211 students and 397 teachers have been killed since the beginning of the conflict, while 577 schools have been damaged or completely destroyed. These figures reflect the scale of the devastation in Gaza's educational infrastructure, where 53,5 percent of school buildings have been used as shelters for displaced civilians. The new school year, which was due to start this week, has been suspended indefinitely due to the security situation. UNICEF has launched an urgent appeal for a lasting ceasefire and for the reconstruction of schools, stressing the importance of ensuring the right to education for future generations of Gazans.

Meanwhile, tensions have also increased at the diplomatic level. A UN convoy was stopped for over eight hours by Israeli forces in northern Gaza, on the allegation that unauthorized Palestinians were aboard the vehicles. During the stoppage, Israeli bulldozers caused serious damage to the vehicles of the convoy, which was later released. The United Nations expressed concern for the safety of its personnel, reiterating that the protection of humanitarian workers is a top priority. This incident reflects the complex operational context in Gaza, where humanitarian access and the safety of relief workers are constantly at risk.

On the political front, Egypt has given the green light to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen) to cross the Rafah crossing into Gaza, provided that Israel approves the visit. This diplomatic development, which could mark a turning point in ceasefire negotiations, highlights the delicate political dynamics of the region, with Egypt playing a key role as a mediator between the warring parties. The final decision will be up to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The conflict has also had repercussions outside of Gaza. In Syria, a series of Israeli air strikes hit the Masyaf district, killing 25 people, including 5 civilians, 11 pro-Iranian Syrian militiamen, 2 Lebanese Hezbollah fighters, and 4 Syrian government soldiers. Another 32 people were injured, some of them seriously, which could increase the death toll in the coming hours.

Meanwhile, in Jordan, parliamentary elections were held under the shadow of the conflict in Gaza. Nearly 5 million voters were called to the polls in a context of high political and social tension, with many citizens showing solidarity with Hamas. The elections represent a major test for the Jordanian government, with a high level of youth and female participation and growing support for Islamist opposition factions.

Finally, Iran strongly condemned Israel for its rejection of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman accused Israel of “opening the gates of hell” with its aggressive military policy, calling the Israeli regime a “cancerous tumor” in the region. Iran called on the international community to condemn Israel’s actions and take measures to stop what it described as “horrific war crimes.”

Overall, the situation in Gaza remains extremely volatile, with a worsening humanitarian crisis and diplomatic efforts yet to lead to a sustainable solution to the conflict.

Conflitto a Gaza: attacchi israeliani a Khan Yunis, almeno 40 morti e oltre 60 feriti

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