Deadly Israeli Strike on Gaza Cafe Kills Dozens Amid Escalating Offensive
Deadly Israeli Strike on Gaza Cafe Kills Dozens Amid Escalating Offensive
A recent Israeli airstrike on a crowded seaside cafe in Gaza City has left at least 24 people dead and many more injured, according to witnesses. The Al-Baqa cafe, a popular gathering spot, was reportedly hit by a missile on Tuesday, transforming a scene of relative calm into one of carnage.
Among those killed were Palestinian photojournalist Ismail Abu Hatab and artist Frans al-Salmi, highlighting the devastating toll on civilians. Witnesses described scenes of unimaginable horror, with bodies dismembered and widespread destruction. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated on Tuesday that it was reviewing the attack, claiming it had targeted “several Hamas terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip.”
The incident comes as Israel intensifies its offensive in Gaza, issuing new evacuation orders that have forced tens of thousands to flee their makeshift homes. These orders cover approximately 80% of the territory, pushing civilians into overcrowded southern zones with limited resources. The conflict, which began on October 7, 2023, has reportedly killed over 56,500 Palestinians, mostly civilians, and displaced nearly the entire 2.3 million population.
Adding to the crisis, international charities have called for the disbandment of the Israeli and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) amid reports of chaos and deadly violence around aid distribution points. The GHF, which began distributing aid on May 26, faces criticism as over 500 Palestinians have reportedly been killed in incidents related to the controversial aid program over the past month.
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