Gaza Conflict Intensifies: Over 90 Killed Amid Mounting Ceasefire Calls and Diplomatic Push
Gaza Conflict Intensifies: Over 90 Killed Amid Mounting Ceasefire Calls and Diplomatic Push
Recent Israeli strikes and gunfire have tragically killed at least 91 people across Gaza, according to hospital sources on Saturday. This surge in casualties comes as international pressure for an immediate ceasefire intensifies, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his resolve to continue military operations.
Among the dead were 9 members of the same family killed in a strike on the Nuseirat refugee camp, followed by 15 more fatalities in the same camp, including women and children. Five additional lives were lost when a strike hit a tent for displaced persons. These reports have been relayed by staff at al-Awda and Nasser Hospitals. The Israeli army has stated it is not aware of gunfire deaths in southern Gaza or a strike in Nuseirat at the reported time and location.
The humanitarian situation remains dire, particularly in Gaza City, where medical teams at Shifa Hospital express concerns about approaching Israeli tanks, restricting access for the 159 patients being treated. Dr. Mohamed Abu Selmiya noted that “the bombardment has not stopped for a single moment.”
The latest attacks occurred hours after Prime Minister Netanyahu’s address to the U.N. General Assembly on Friday, where he declared Israel “must finish the job” against Hamas. His speech was met with a mass walkout by delegates from multiple nations, highlighting Israel’s increasing international isolation amidst growing calls for Palestinian statehood recognition.
Diplomatic efforts are underway, with U.S. President Donald Trump indicating on Friday that the U.S. is nearing a deal to ease fighting, secure hostage releases, and “end the war.” Trump and Netanyahu are scheduled to meet on Monday, following what Trump described as “very inspired and productive discussions” and “intense negotiations” with regional countries.
Gaza City faces a severe humanitarian crisis, with experts warning of famine as Israel continues a major ground operation. Over 300,000 residents have fled, yet up to 700,000 remain. Hospitals are critically short on supplies, and aid deliveries to northern Gaza have been halted since September 12. Doctors Without Borders suspended operations in Gaza City on Friday, citing an “unacceptable level of risk” due to escalating attacks.
The Gaza Health Ministry reports that Israel’s campaign has killed over 65,000 people and wounded more than 167,000, with women and children comprising roughly half the fatalities. The conflict originated from Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023, which killed around 1,200 Israelis and resulted in 251 hostages, 48 of whom are believed to remain in Gaza.
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