"Israeli Military Encircles Khan Younis After 24 Soldiers Killed in Gaza, Vows Retribution for Worst Single-Day Loss"

The Israeli military has "encircled" Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip after 24 soldiers were killed, marking its deadliest day in the three-month war. The city, a stronghold of Hamas, is facing intense bombardment, endangering hospitals and displaced Palestinians. The death toll from Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7 has reached at least 25,490, while Hamas's attacks in southern Israel have resulted in 1,139 deaths. The Israeli military's actions have deepened the humanitarian crisis, with hospitals under extreme danger and healthcare workers forced to flee for their safety. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to continue fighting until "absolute victory," despite growing discontent with the war strategy.