Israeli Forces Kill Dozens in Gaza Airstrikes and Shootings

Israeli forces killed at least 45 people in airstrikes in Gaza today, and shot dead another 22 people at aid distribution sites, witnesses and health officials report.

One strike on a café in Gaza City killed at least 30 people, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. The café was a popular spot for residents seeking internet access and phone charging.

Witnesses described scenes of chaos and devastation, with many left critically wounded. Videos on social media showed the aftermath of the attacks, with bloodied bodies and injured individuals being carried away.

Israeli forces also killed 11 people seeking food in southern Gaza, according to witnesses and health officials. The attacks are part of a deadly pattern that has claimed over 500 Palestinian lives in recent weeks.

The aid distribution programme associated with the Israeli and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Fund has faced criticism, with accusations of deliberate targeting of civilians seeking assistance.

The Israeli military has intensified its bombardment campaign in Gaza City and nearby areas, leading to widespread evacuation orders and reports of massive bombing.

Many civilians are trapped in the rubble, with ambulances unable to reach them due to the ongoing attacks.

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According to the source: The Journal.