Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and Hamas executions escalate crisis
On Sunday, Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip resulted in the deaths of 16 people, including three children. Meanwhile, Hamas has taken severe actions against those accused of looting, as the conflict in the region continues to escalate and the humanitarian situation worsens.
What you need to know
- Israeli attacks: On Sunday, Israeli armed forces conducted air raids on the Gaza Strip, specifically targeting the southern part of the Palestinian territory.
- Earlier that day, Houthi rebels from Yemen launched a ballistic missile that struck near Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, injuring several people and causing a temporary halt in flight operations.
- In response to the looting of stores and aid points, Hamas executed individuals accused of these crimes. According to Hamas, some of these groups received support from Israel.
- Humanitarian crisis: For over two months, Israel has been blocking aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, worsening the humanitarian crisis. Journalists have also been denied entry.
The Israeli raids on Sunday led to the deaths of 16 individuals, including three children. The attacks mainly affected the southern areas of the Palestinian territory, with most victims being residents of refugee tent cities.
The Israeli armed forces have not yet commented on these events.
Earlier that day, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced an escalation in actions against Yemeni Houthi rebels following their attack on Ben Gurion Airport. Israel will collaborate with U.S. operations, although details remain undisclosed.
Looting of stores and aid points: Hamas executes perpetrators
Hamas has taken severe measures against individuals accused of looting stores and aid points. Ismail Al-Thawabta, head of Hamas's media office, announced that "revolutionary death sentences" were carried out on several prominent criminals.
Hamas claims that some of these looting groups were supported by Israel, further complicating the regional situation.
For over two months, Israel has enforced a blockade on aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, which, according to international organizations, intensifies the humanitarian crisis. Israeli authorities argue that the blockade targets Hamas, which they allege diverts aid supplies for its terrorist activities.
Reports indicate that Israel is preparing to resume aid deliveries by developing a system to prevent looting.
