Israeli forces have conducted extensive attacks in Beit Lahiya, a city in northern Gaza controlled by the Palestinian militant group Hamas. At least 73 individuals, including women and children, have been reported dead. This information was provided by authorities run by Hamas and reported by the BBC on Sunday, October 20.
Officials in Gaza have reported that many people remain trapped under the rubble due to Israeli bombings on Saturday night, resulting in several dozen injuries. Israel has stated that it is verifying the casualty numbers while describing the information provided by Hamas as exaggerated.
According to BBC reports, the latest attack in Beit Lahiya occurred after intense gunfire at an Indonesian hospital. Gaza health officials have indicated that rescue operations are hampered due to disrupted communication and internet services. The Hamas-controlled media office claims that bombings targeted densely populated residential areas, resulting in at least 73 deaths.
However, BBC states that it could not independently verify these casualty figures. The Palestinian news agency Wafa reported that entire residential buildings were destroyed, while the Israeli Defense Forces stated they targeted Hamas facilities, taking steps to minimize civilian harm.
Source: Ittefaq
