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Israeli Airstrikes on Rafah Camp Kill 40 Palestinians After Hamas Rocket Attacks on Tel Aviv

May 26, 2024, 10:54 PM

Israeli airstrikes on a displacement camp in Rafah, Gaza, have resulted in significant casualties. Reports indicate that at least 40 Palestinians, including women and children, have been killed, and dozens more injured. The airstrikes targeted tents near UNRWA warehouses, triggering a massive fire. The Israeli military stated that the strikes were aimed at senior Hamas officials operating in the area. The incident has sparked condemnation across the Arab world, with many calling it a massacre. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue. The strikes followed Hamas rocket attacks towards Tel Aviv, marking the first such attacks in months.