Israeli Strikes Kill 72 in Gaza

Israeli air and ground strikes across Gaza have resulted in at least 72 deaths since Thursday night, with significant casualties reported in Khan Younis, where 38 victims, including women and children, were killed. Additionally, Israeli forces conducted a raid on the Kamal Adwan Hospital in the north, raising concerns about the safety of civilians and the capacity of medical facilities overwhelmed with casualties. The strikes coincide with ongoing international negotiations for a cease-fire, as Hamas seeks to end the conflict and negotiate a prisoners-for-hostages swap. Meanwhile, an airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists, prompting condemnation and labeling the incident a 'war crime'. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is actively seeking diplomatic resolutions to the escalating conflict, emphasizing the urgency of ending hostilities. The situation remains critical as the death toll rises and humanitarian needs intensify in the region.