Israel Expands Gaza Offensive, Killing Senior Hamas Leader as Death Toll Surpasses 50,000
Renewed military operations target southern Gaza and Lebanon, with escalating violence raising humanitarian and regional concerns.
- Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed over 50,000 Palestinians since October 2023, with intensified attacks following the collapse of a January ceasefire.
- Senior Hamas leader Salah al-Bardaweel and his wife were killed in an Israeli strike in southern Gaza, as evacuation orders were issued for Rafah's Tel al-Sultan area.
- Israel launched retaliatory strikes in Lebanon after rocket attacks, marking the heaviest exchange of fire since the November 2023 truce with Hezbollah.
- The United Nations and international groups have condemned the escalating violence and warned of severe humanitarian consequences in Gaza, where aid blockades persist.
- Israel's Cabinet approved a controversial plan for the 'voluntary departure' of Palestinians from Gaza, sparking accusations of potential violations of international law.
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