Israeli strikes kill 23 Palestinians in renewed Gaza offensive
- Israeli airstrikes in Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 23 people, including children and their parents.
- The strikes came as Israel resumed heavy bombardment last week, leading to more than 50,000 Palestinian deaths since the start of the conflict.
- These ongoing military actions have raised international concern over civilian casualties and humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
In the Gaza Strip, Israeli airstrikes on March 25, 2025, resulted in the deaths of at least 23 Palestinians, as reported by local health officials. Among the victims were three children along with their parents, who were killed in a strike on their tent near Khan Younis. Nasser Hospital received a significant influx of casualties since Israel intensified its bombardment. Reports indicate that since the resumption of military action last week, more than 50,000 Palestinians have died, with claims of significant destruction and casualties among civilians exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The renewed military campaign follows a resurgence in hostilities after a fragile ceasefire, previously established after prolonged conflict. Israel's military actions have focused on targeting Hamas militants amid accusations that their operations often occur in densely populated civilian areas. Critics argue that indiscriminate strikes lead to high civilian casualties, further complicating the conflict and drawing international condemnation. Health officials reported additional strikes in central Gaza with several fatalities and injuries, contributing to the staggering numbers of casualties due to the ongoing military operations. The Health Ministry noted that while Israel claims to have killed around 20,000 militants since October 2023, they have not accounted for how many of the dead were civilians, raising concerns about accountability and the humanitarian impact of such military strategies. In related news, the Palestine Red Crescent Society reported that nine of their rescue workers have gone missing in southern Gaza while on a mission, underscoring the dangers faced by humanitarian organizations amid the escalating violence. Following the strikes, Israel expanded evacuation orders to tens of thousands of residents in the Gaza Strip, emphasizing the precarious situation for civilians trapped in the ongoing conflict and the necessity for increased humanitarian aid and protection against further escalation.