In a significant escalation of the conflict in Gaza, Israeli tanks pushed into the center of Rafah, drawing global condemnation for the mounting civilian casualties.
Witnesses reported tanks and armored vehicles near the Al-Awda mosque, a central landmark, as Israeli forces continued their operations in the area, intensifying airstrikes and tank fire overnight.
The recent attack on a tent camp, resulting in the deaths of at least 45 Palestinians, including many children and elderly, has sparked outrage worldwide, with calls for an immediate halt to Israel’s assault.
In response to the escalating violence, Spain, Ireland, and Norway announced their official recognition of a Palestinian state, aiming to accelerate efforts towards a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas militants, which has left much of Gaza in ruins.
Despite international pressure, the bombardment of Rafah’s Tel Al-Sultan neighborhood, the site of the deadly attack, persists, highlighting the urgent need for a peaceful resolution to the crisis.
