"Israeli Strike Devastates Gaza's Oldest Mosque, Urgent Preservation Needed"
The Omari Mosque, Gaza's oldest and most iconic landmark, has been largely destroyed in an Israeli strike. The mosque, with a storied history incorporating various religious traditions, was converted from a Byzantine church to a mosque and back multiple times over the centuries. The Israeli military claims that the mosque grounds contained a tunnel shaft used by militants. The destruction of the mosque is part of Israel's ongoing military campaign to eliminate Hamas in Gaza, resulting in widespread devastation and loss of life.