Israeli airstrikes target Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp, killing at least 33
Palestinian residents of the area inspect the targeted building and surrounding structures that sustained damage after Israeli attack on Nuseirat Refugee Camp in Gaza City, Gaza on December 13, 2024. (AA Photo)
Israeli airstrikes targeted a residential block in the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza, resulting in at least 33 confirmed deaths on Friday. Over 84 others are injured or remain missing under the rubble, according to local sources.
Key details of Israeli attack
- Death toll: At least 33 people have been killed, with most victims reported to be from the al-Sheikh Ali family, including women, children, and the elderly.
- Injuries, missing: Over 84 people have been injured or are still trapped beneath the rubble after the airstrikes.
- Multiple strikes: Warplanes carried out multiple airstrikes targeting civilian homes in the camp.
- Widespread casualties: The attacks on Thursday led to at least 70 deaths across Gaza, particularly in the central and southern regions.
Why it matters?
The attack underscores the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with civilians increasingly bearing the brunt of the conflict. This escalation follows a pattern of heavy airstrikes that continue to result in significant loss of life among non-combatants in residential areas.
What’s next?
The situation in Gaza remains highly volatile, with further casualties likely as Israeli airstrikes continue. Humanitarian efforts to aid those trapped under debris and provide medical care are also ongoing, though the ongoing conflict limits access.
