In the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, at least 75 Palestinian civilians have been killed in recent days, with the majority of deaths occurring in Rafah, a city located in the southern part of the Gaza Strip. The latest wave of violence began on May 26 when Israeli forces conducted airstrikes on several areas designated as safe zones for displaced people. Among these sites was Tal al-Sultan, northwest of Rafah, where at least 35 civilians were killed in an Israeli airstrike.
According to reports from various sources, including CNN and Axios, the Israeli military claimed that the target was a Hamas compound in Rafah where significant Hamas terrorists were operating. However, Gaza authorities and health officials reported that dozens of civilians, including women and children, were among those killed in the strike.
The attack on Tal al-Sultan followed similar bombings of shelters housing displaced Palestinians in Jabalia, Nuseirat and Gaza City. These attacks resulted in the deaths of at least 160 others, according to Palestinian officials.
The international community has widely condemned the Israeli attacks on civilians. Egypt, for instance, called for Israel to implement measures ordered by the International Court of Justice concerning an immediate cessation of military operations in Rafah. Qatar also denounced the attacks as a grave violation of international laws and urged sanctions on Israel.
The Palestinian presidency accused Israel of deliberately targeting civilians and condemned the attack as a heinous massacre. The UN, UNRWA, various countries, and humanitarian organizations have expressed their concern over the escalating violence in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire.
It is important to note that this article does not endorse or promote any political agenda. It aims to provide a factual account of the events as reported by various sources.
