DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Hospital officials have reported that the number of fatalities from Israeli airstrikes in central Gaza has risen to 25 as of Thursday.

The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties, contributing to the already heightened tensions in the region.

As the situation continues to develop, medical facilities are overwhelmed, attempting to provide care to the injured and address the urgent humanitarian needs of those affected by the violence.

Local authorities are calling for international support and assistance to cope with the escalating crisis, as the civilian population bears the brunt of the military actions.

The toll on human lives underscores the severity of the conflict and raises critical questions about the path forward for peace and stability in the region.