Israeli forces have intensified their military operation in the Gaza Strip, focusing on the southern city of Rafah and the northern town of Jabalia.
The operation, which began on Tuesday, has already resulted in the deaths of at least 10 Palestinians, including a pregnant woman and her two children.
The Israeli military says it is targeting Hamas, the militant group that controls Gaza.
However, witnesses say that many of the casualties have been civilians.
On Wednesday, Israeli forces carried out a series of airstrikes on Rafah, killing at least four people.
Eyewitnesses said that the strikes hit a residential building and a mosque.
In Jabalia, Israeli forces clashed with Hamas fighters on the ground.
The fighting was intense, and at least six Palestinians were killed.
The Israeli military says that it is determined to stop Hamas from firing rockets into Israel.
However, the operation has been criticized by human rights groups, who say that it is causing unnecessary civilian casualties.
The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire, but both Israel and Hamas have rejected the call.
The fighting is likely to continue, and the humanitarian situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly dire.
Here are some key points about the operation:
- The operation began on Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
- The Israeli military says it is targeting Hamas, the militant group that controls Gaza.
- The operation has resulted in the deaths of at least 10 Palestinians, including a pregnant woman and her two children.
- The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire, but both Israel and Hamas have rejected the call.
- The fighting is likely to continue, and the humanitarian situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly dire.