Northern Gaza building collapse leads to mass casualties as peace talks stall

A multi-story building in northern Gaza got hit during overnight military operations leaving dozens dead. Qatar paused its peace-making efforts while both sides remain firm on their positions

November 17 2024 , 03:35 PM  •  709 views

Northern Gaza building collapse leads to mass casualties as peace talks stall

In a devastating turn of events a residential complex in Beit Lahiya collapsed after an over-night strike (which housed more than six families). The Palestinian Civil Emergency service reported around seventy residents lived there; however different sources give varying numbers about casualties

The Israeli military confirmed several operations in the area targeting what they called terrorist-related spots — stating that they took all possible steps to minimize civilian impact. Local footage shows neighbors digging through concrete-and-steel remains‚ with nearby structures showing significant damage

  • Netanyahu keeps his position on complete elimination of Hamas
  • Hamas leadership demands full stop to military actions
  • Qatari mediators stepped back from talks
  • Aid delivery escorts got hit in Khan Younis

In central Gazaʼs refugee settlements multiple strikes hit living areas: the Bureij camp saw ten people lost while four others died in nearby Nuseirat. The Islamic Jihad group stated its fighters damaged an enemy vehicle during street fights but Israeli command didnt confirm this

The overall toll since last falls beginning of conflict reaches shocking numbers — about 43800 Palestinians lost their lives according to Gaza health ministry data while roughly 1200 Israelis died during initial attack. Some hostages (from original 250) still remain in captivity