Israeli airstrikes hit 40 Hamas targets in central Gaza, the Israel Defence Forces announced on Wednesday morning. The strikes targeted rocket launchers and Hamas terror infrastructure, as well as eliminating terrorists in the region.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has escalated in recent days, with both sides exchanging fire and casualties. The Israeli forces’ latest operation in central Gaza is part of their efforts to protect Israeli civilians from rocket attacks launched by Hamas militants.
The airstrikes come amidst heightened tensions in the region, with the United Nations appealing for $2.8 billion to provide aid to 3 million Palestinians in need. The UN emphasized the urgent need for food, sanitation, water, and health facilities to prevent a looming famine in war-torn Gaza.
The situation in Gaza has also drawn international attention, with the US announcing new sanctions against Iran in response to the attack on Israel. The White House National Security Advisor stated that the sanctions would target Iran’s missile and drone programs, as well as entities supporting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iran’s Defence Ministry.
As the conflict continues to unfold, the world watches closely to see how the situation will develop and what steps will be taken to de-escalate the violence in the region.