Escalating Violence in Gaza: Death Toll Rises as Conflict Intensifies

Nearly 300 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours in Gaza as Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu exchange threats. Israeli raids continue across the territory, with heavy resistance from Hamas fighters. The death toll since the start of the war on October 7 has now surpassed 18,000, with the majority being women and children. The situation in Gaza is deteriorating rapidly, with the health system collapsing and severe shortages of food, water, and basic goods. The World Health Organization has called for immediate aid deliveries to Gaza, but the situation remains dire. The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire, and Israel has intensified its bombardment. Qatar is working on a new truce deal, but the window for success is narrowing.