On the 20th day of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, several key events unfolded. According to Al Jazeera, Fox News, The New York Times, and CNBC, the Israeli military continued its airstrikes on Gaza, targeting Hamas' infrastructure and leadership. In response, Hamas launched rockets into Israel, causing damage and casualties.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported that they had targeted and killed a senior Hamas military figure. However, Hamas has not confirmed this claim. The IDF also stated that they had destroyed a network of tunnels used by Hamas, which they referred to as the 'Metro'.
On the other side, Hamas claimed to have fired hundreds of rockets into Israel, targeting major cities including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Israeli authorities reported multiple casualties and significant property damage as a result of these attacks.
International reactions to the conflict have been mixed. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire, expressing concern over the escalating violence and the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The United States, while expressing support for Israel's right to self-defense, has also urged for de-escalation and protection of civilians.
The ongoing conflict has resulted in a significant number of casualties on both sides, with the death toll in Gaza reported to be in the hundreds, including many civilians and children. The Israeli side has also reported deaths and injuries, both from rocket attacks and anti-Israel protests within the country.