"Israel-Hamas Conflict: Rising Death Toll and International Investigations"

Civil order is starting to break down in Gaza as thousands of desperate people break into warehouses and distribution centers for food and supplies. The UN's relief agency warns that the current system for delivering humanitarian aid isn't working, and displaced Palestinians are crowding into homes with up to 50 people sheltering in some households. Israeli airstrikes have damaged the Al-Quds hospital in Gaza City, which is treating 400 patients and providing refuge to about 14,000 displaced Palestinians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden discussed Israel's right to defend itself, protecting civilians in Gaza, and efforts to locate and release hostages held by Hamas. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan plans to formally accuse Israel of committing war crimes in Gaza, while the US calls on Israel to protect Palestinian citizens in Gaza. Pope Francis calls for a ceasefire and the release of hostages.