As Israeli forces press deeper into Gaza City, thousands of Palestinian families are fleeing overnight shelling on the city’s eastern outskirts. Across Israel, crowds staged nationwide protests, urging the release of hostages and an end to the Gaza conflict.
Residents in the Sabra, Shejaia and Tuffah districts—and in Jabalia to the north—describe relentless aerial and tank strikes that have flattened roads and homes. The destruction has driven families to seek safety westward into central Gaza City and along the coast.
The Israeli military says its operation aims to locate weapons caches and destroy tunnels used by militants, calling Gaza City the last Hamas stronghold. Despite widespread protests at home and international condemnation, plans for a larger offensive here remain on the table.
Local health authorities report at least 34 people killed around Gaza City overnight and on Tuesday, and at least 20 more at Nasser Hospital in the southern Gaza Strip—including journalists from major international outlets. With half of Gaza’s two million residents in the city, several thousand have already moved west, while others head south toward Khan Younis and the coastal area of Al-Muwasi.
UN General Assembly President Philemon Yang condemned the strike on Nasser Hospital, with spokesperson Sharon Birch stating, "The killing of innocent Palestinian civilians, of journalists and of medical personnel is unacceptable and must stop," and calling for an immediate ceasefire and rapid, safe aid delivery.
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