An Israeli airstrike in Rafah, southern Gaza, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 12 Palestinians who were seeking shelter inside a house. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, claimed the lives of four women and two children, as reported by a Rafah Hospital official.
Emergency responders worked tirelessly to retrieve victims from the rubble of the destroyed house located in the Al-Nasr neighborhood. Gaza's Civil Defense shared images showing the extensive damage caused by the airstrike, with large concrete slabs scattered across the area. Rescue teams were seen carrying covered bodies away from the scene.
Despite the devastation, rescue crews managed to save a woman trapped under the debris. Gaza's Civil Defense also provided assistance to several injured individuals, transporting them for medical treatment.
The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict in the region and the toll it takes on civilian lives. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, urging for a peaceful resolution to prevent further loss of innocent lives.
