Israel has escalated bombing of Gaza City, despite mounting calls from the UN and world leaders to avoid a ground offensive that could displace nearly a million people. Families are moving towards the coast, seeking safety as eastern suburbs like Shuja'iyya, Zeitoun and Sabra come under heavy shelling. 💔
Local medics report that at least 16 Palestinians were killed on Thursday across Gaza, with dozens more injured in the south. Gaza’s health ministry says this brings the 24-hour death toll under Israeli fire to 71.
The International Committee of the Red Cross says 31 patients, most with gunshot wounds, were rushed to its field hospital in Rafah. Tragically, four were dead on arrival.
The UN’s humanitarian office warns that seizing Gaza City could be ‘beyond catastrophic,’ pushing already traumatized civilians into even deeper danger. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called it a new and dangerous phase in the conflict.
In Brussels, the Netherlands, Sweden and Slovenia have urged the EU to step up pressure on Israel under international law. They argue that stronger action is needed or Europe risks losing its global influence.
Across South and Southeast Asia, young people are sharing hashtags like #CeasefireNow and #GazaUnderAttack, showing solidarity with Gaza’s residents. As the situation evolves, we’ll keep you posted. 🔍
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Israel steps up bombing of Gaza City leading to global outcry
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