Bloody Night in Gaza: 11 Killed During Israeli Bombardments

A Night Marked by Fear and Flames

On Monday night, eastern Gaza City was transformed into a maelstrom of explosions and sirens. According to eyewitnesses and local doctors, Israeli aircraft and tanks killed at least 11 people when several residential areas were struck. Among the dead were families fast asleep as the bombs fell.

Hamas Pursues Diplomacy in Cairo

While smoke still lingered heavily over the city, Hamas leader Khalil Al-Hayya arrived in the Egyptian capital. There, he is set to meet with Egyptian officials in an attempt to revive a U.S.-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire and the release of hostages. “Negotiation is the only way to stop the war,” a Hamas source told Reuters.

Hunger Spreads – Children Among the Victims

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is rapidly worsening. Gaza’s Ministry of Health reports that an additional five people – including two children – have died from hunger and malnutrition over the past day. This brings the total number of deaths due to lack of food and medicine to 227 since the start of the war.

Israeli Offensive Raises Alarm – Also at Home

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans to retake Gaza City in October. However, Israel’s military chief warns that such an offensive could endanger the lives of hostages and become a deadly trap for Israeli soldiers. Internationally, pressure to stop the fighting is mounting – foreign ministers from 24 countries have called the crisis “unbearable” and demand unhindered access for humanitarian aid.

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