Israeli military strikes across Gaza have killed at least 46 Palestinians in the past 24 hours, including a journalist who died when bombs hit the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, according to local health officials. The latest attacks come as Gaza’s Government Media Office reports more than 61,700 Palestinians have been killed since the war began in October 2023, with thousands more missing and presumed dead under rubble.
At the same time, there are small signs of possible progress toward negotiations – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to send mediators to Qatar for truce talks after Hamas unexpectedly released an Israeli-American hostage. The armed group said this was a “goodwill gesture” as U.S. President Donald Trump visits the region. Meanwhile, the International Committee of the Red Cross helped return nine Palestinian detainees to Gaza through the Kissufim crossing, where they were taken to Al-Aqsa Hospital for medical care.
Key Facts
▪️ Hospital Attack: Journalist Hassan Eslaih killed at Nasser Medical Complex
▪️ Total Casualties: Over 61,700 Gazans reported dead since war began
▪️ Hostage Situation: 58 captives remain after Hamas freed one yesterday
▪️ Humanitarian Crisis: WHO warns of permanent harm to malnourished children
Why This Matters
► Gaza faces severe starvation with most families skipping meals daily
► Rare diplomatic opening as Trump visits Middle East
► Continued violence threatens fragile negotiation attempts
What Happens Next?
- Qatar expected to host ceasefire talks soon
- Red Cross preparing for more prisoner transfers
- World watching if temporary calm can lead to longer pause in fighting
