Escalating Violence in Gaza: Death Toll Rises as Israel Intensifies Attacks

The death toll continues to rise as Israel escalates its attacks on Gaza, with the Israeli military intensifying its bombardment and carrying out raids in the occupied West Bank. The humanitarian aid efforts are near collapse, as United Nations officials warn that there are no safe places left in the besieged territory. Tens of thousands of Palestinians have no safe place to shelter, and residential buildings have been flattened. The Ministry of Health in Gaza reports that over 17,000 people, including 7,000 children, have been killed since the conflict began. Negotiations are underway for the opening of another border crossing to allow more humanitarian aid, as the current situation is described as "erratic, undependable, and not sustainable."