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12 Aug 2025, 07:44

Israel launches strikes on Gaza in the context of international condemnation

  • Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered to intensify military operations in Gaza.
  • Many people were killed, including journalists, during the Israeli bombings.
  • Australia plans to recognize the state of Palestine in the context of the humanitarian crisis.

Palestinians report one of the most significant bombings in recent weeks in the eastern city of Gaza. This occurred against the backdrop of international condemnation of the killing of five journalists Al Jazeera and another freelancer.

Israeli tanks and aircraft carried out strikes on three eastern suburbs of Gaza after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to intensify plans for occupation annexation. Netanyahu's new offensive on the full occupation of the territory has drawn significant criticism from many countries, including the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, which have urged the UN to intervene.

As a result of the bombings, many people were killed, including civilians who sought to receive humanitarian aid. According to medical sources, 34 people were killed on Monday, and there are also reports of journalists being killed as a result of direct strikes.

According to reports, Al Jazeera labeled this "targeted killing." In response to this, international human rights organizations have noted the increasing number of casualties among journalists in Gaza.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that Netanyahu lives in a state of denial regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza. This occurred against the backdrop of plans for Australia to recognize the state of Palestine.

Egypt also confirmed that it is leading negotiations for an end to the war in Gaza, aiming to ensure the release of Israeli hostages and guarantee humanitarian assistance.

Tags: Middle East/Politics

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