Israeli Airstrikes Kill Scores in Gaza

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have intensified, resulting in at least 16 civilian deaths including women and children on Monday, as the ongoing conflict approaches its first anniversary. The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 41,226, with reports of Israeli forces targeting residential areas and humanitarian entities, drawing criticism from U.S. officials, including UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. She expressed outrage over the killing of Turkish-American activist Aysenur Eygi and condemned the Israeli military for preventable attacks on civilians. Meanwhile, Hamas claims it can sustain its fight despite Israeli assertions that it no longer functions cohesively. Tensions are also rising on the northern front with Hezbollah, as Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warns of diminishing prospects for ceasefire. The situation remains dire in Gaza, with humanitarian conditions described as catastrophic by UN officials.