At least more than 17 Palestinians were killed, including 3 children and 2 women, and more than 30 others were injured in an Israeli bombing that targeted a house in the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza.Israeli warplanes also launched a raid on a house belonging to the Al-Nadi family in the Nuseirat camp in the central Gaza Strip, killing and wounding dozens of Palestinians. Its residents,and it is likely that the number of martyrs in the targeting of the club’s family home reached more than 25 martyrs,as 17 have been taken out so far. A martyr, and there are still a large number of martyrs under the rubble.”
Public service ambulance crews in the central Gaza Strip said in a statement that they “recovered 33 injured people, most of them women and children, and transferred them to the hospital to receive treatment.” 12 martyrs, children, women and youth, were also recovered through public service ambulances from the targeting of a house belonging to the Al-Nadi family and the vicinity of the house in the Nuseirat camp. It belongs to the Hajj family, west of Nuseirat.”
The Ministry of Health announced, “The toll from the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip has risen to 44,612 dead and 105,834 injured, since October 7, 2023.”
Hamas: Smotrich’s statements about annexing the West Bank are a flagrant violation of international laws
The Hamas movement confirmed, “What was announced by Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich regarding the abolition of civil management in the West Bank is a new step within the framework of plans for annexation and judaization and a violation of international laws.”
The movement’s statement said: “What was announced by the minister of Finance of the terrorist occupation, Smotrich, regarding plans to close the civil administration unit in the west bank, is a new step within the steps of the fascist occupation government to annex the West Bank and impose administrative and political sovereignty over it, within the framework of the annexation and Judaization plans that it seeks to implement.” “In flagrant violation of international laws and resolutions.”
The statement added: “The declared policies of the occupation government, and the steps it is taking on the ground, aim to liquidate our national cause.It requires the Palestinian Authority to take clear decisions to confront it, by instantly going to the option of national unity, joining forces with the resistance of our people, and stopping all forms of security coordination with the Zionist enemy.”
The movement called on “all sects of the Palestinian people to adopt a comprehensive and inclusive national program, based on resistance, and to work to confront the dangerous plans of Judaization and annexation in the West Bank and Jerusalem, the brutal war of extermination that it is waging in the Gaza Strip, and all attempts by the criminal enemy to stifle the legitimate aspirations of our people for freedom and self-determination.” .
Israel confiscates 24 thousand dunams of West Bank land in the largest operation since the Oslo Accords
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced, “The confiscation of 24,000 dunums of West Bank land is the largest step of this size since the Oslo Accords in 1993.”
According to the hebrew Channel 14, “since the Oslo Accords in 1993 until last year, the confiscation of 50,000 dunums was announced, but today Israel confiscates 24,000 dunums at once, equivalent to half of what it seized over the past 23 years.”
Hebrew Channel 14 says, “This step is expected to bring about a major change in favor of strengthening Israel’s control over the West Bank. 2,600 dunams will be added to the Ma’ale Adumim settlement with the aim of creating a connected chain of settlements up to the Kedar settlement. 281 dunams will also be added to the Migdal Oz settlement.” In southern Hebron, the Susya settlement will be expanded by 109 dunums. In the Jordan Valley, the Yafit settlement will receive the largest expansion, with more than 20 thousand dunums.”
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich told Hebrew Channel 14: “Today we completed a complex process to announce 24,000 dunums of new land in Judea and Samaria (the West Bank). this process creates continuity of settlements, builds land reserves for settlement progress, infrastructure and roads, and ensures that we continue to strengthen the settlements. “We are hear to stay.”
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How is the international community responding to the recent escalation in violence and its impact on Palestinian lives?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Gaza Conflict Expert
Editor: Thank you for joining us today. The situation in Gaza is tragically evolving, and recent reports indicate a devastating impact on civilian lives as a result of Israeli airstrikes. Could you walk us through the recent events in Nuseirat camp that we’ve seen in reports?
Expert: Absolutely. Just recently, Israeli warplanes targeted a residential area in the Nuseirat camp, leading to the deaths of at least 17 Palestinians, including three children and two women. This attack is part of a broader military operation that has been ongoing since October 7, 2023.The situation is dire; manny more injuries were reported,with emergency services indicating that over 30 people were wounded.
Editor: It’s horrifying to hear about such numbers, especially the loss of innocent lives. The health ministry has reported staggering figures, with over 44,600 dead and over 100,000 injured as the beginning of the conflict. What are the implications of these statistics on the ground?
Expert: the high casualty figures highlight the severity of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. With so many civilians affected, the infrastructure for medical care is overwhelmed. Hospitals are receiving a disproportionate number of women and children, which significantly impacts community resilience and the future of the population. Each number represents a life, and the scale of suffering has long-term implications for Palestinian society.
Editor: turning to the political implications, Hamas recently criticized Israeli officials, particularly Bezalel Smotrich, for advocating the annexation of the West Bank. what does this statement signal in the context of ongoing tensions?
Expert: Smotrich’s comments represent a serious escalation in rhetoric and action that many view as a violation of international law.Such statements can fuel further violence and hinder prospects for peace. Hamas’s response emphasizes that any attempts to change the status of the West Bank or infringe on Palestinian rights will face significant resistance. The international community is watching closely, as these developments could affect broader geopolitical dynamics in the region.
Editor: With this context in mind, what can the international community do to address these escalating tensions and the humanitarian crisis?
Expert: There are several avenues. Firstly, immediate humanitarian aid access must be facilitated to provide emergency support to those injured and displaced by the conflict. Secondly, international pressure on both sides to return to negotiations is crucial. Lastly,robust dialog on human rights and adherence to international law needs to be prioritized,ensuring that both Israeli and Palestinian voices are heard in any potential resolution.
Editor: Thank you for your insights. It’s critical for the world to understand these dynamics, as they affect countless lives. We hope for a swift resolution to this crisis and better conditions for those suffering in Gaza.
Expert: Thank you for the chance to discuss this important issue, and let’s hope for a peaceful and just resolution that respects the rights and dignity of all involved.