Palestinians report at least 40 deaths in Israeli airstrike on Gaza humanitarian camp

An Israeli strike on a tent camp in Gaza killed at least 40 people and wounded 60, despite Israel’s claim of targeting Hamas militants. The strike was one of the deadliest in Mawasi, a humanitarian zone for displaced Palestinians. Hamas denied having militants in the area. The war has displaced 90% of Gaza’s population and caused vast destruction, with both sides blaming each other for civilian casualties. The international community, including the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, have tried to broker a cease-fire, but negotiations have stalled. Humanitarian groups have struggled to provide aid due to ongoing fighting and Israeli restrictions, leading to a high risk of famine. Israeli troops recently stopped a UN-organized convoy for a polio vaccination campaign, causing damage and delays. The campaign aims to vaccinate 640,000 children in Gaza’s destroyed healthcare system. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with ongoing conflict and limited access to essential services exacerbating the already challenging conditions.

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