Gaza Conflict: Key Updates

Local Official Reports Deliberate Targeting by Israeli Forces

A local official in Gaza City has claimed that Israeli forces deliberately targeted displaced Palestinians, resulting in the recovery of 70 bodies from the Tal al-Hawa area. Earlier, the Gaza civil defence reported finding 60 bodies in the same neighborhood, indicating a severe escalation in the conflict.

US President Biden Announces Framework for Ceasefire

United States President Joe Biden has announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a US-backed “framework” to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza. However, he noted that “still work to do” remains to finalize the deal, highlighting the fragile nature of the current situation.

UK Aid Workers Killed in Air Raid

Four aid workers from the UK humanitarian organization Al-Khair Foundation were killed in an Israeli air raid near Khan Younis, according to reports from correspondents citing medical sources. This tragic incident underscores the risks faced by humanitarian workers in conflict zones.

International Court of Justice to Issue Advisory Opinion

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has announced that it will issue an advisory opinion on July 19 regarding the legal consequences of Israel’s occupation of the Palestinian territories. This decision could have significant implications for international perceptions and legal standings related to the conflict.

Casualty Figures Continue to Rise

The ongoing conflict has resulted in a staggering death toll, with at least 38,345 people killed and 88,295 wounded in Gaza since the war began on October 7. In Israel, the Hamas-led attacks on October 7 have left an estimated 1,139 people dead, with dozens still held captive in Gaza. These numbers highlight the extensive human cost of the conflict.