Gaza Under Fire: Israel's Offensive and the Human Cost

A wave of deadly strikes in northern Gaza has marked a significant escalation in Israel's offensive. Israel says the strikes are preparation for "Operation Gideon’s Chariots", which includes plans to occupy the strip. Sky's Alistair Bunkall reports from the region, showing the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the resulting devastation. Footage shows civilians fleeing the bombing, and a doctor at the Indonesian hospital in Jabalia describes a shortage of everything except death. Satellite imagery reveals the extent of the destruction, with large areas razed to the ground. The Israeli government's plan to establish aid distribution points within Gaza is also controversial, with aid organizations expressing concerns about politicization. The UN Under-Secretary-General Tom Fletcher calls the situation a cynical sideshow and a deliberate distraction. The situation underscores the urgent need for humanitarian aid and raises serious concerns about the safety and well-being of the civilian population.