• Israeli airstrikes killed at least 15 people, including children, in Gaza over the weekend.
• The humanitarian crisis worsens as the Israeli blockade continues to restrict essential supplies.
• Critics warn that proposed military strategies could exacerbate the suffering of Gaza's residents.

Reports indicate that at least 15 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza, with significant casualties including five members of the Tlaib family, who were bombed while sleeping in a tent. Family member Omar Abu al-Kass conveyed that the attack occurred “without warning and without having done anything wrong,” highlighting the stark realities faced by civilians in the region, according to Indiatimes, Al Jazeera, and Dawn.

Alongside the violence, the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to decline critically due to an Israeli blockade that has lasted for over two months, impeding the influx of food, water, and medical supplies. Al Jazeera reported that the constant airstrikes and shelling have left many residents dependent on charity kitchens, which are now closing due to a lack of resources, exacerbating the risk of malnutrition and starvation among vulnerable populations, particularly children, as mentioned by Al Jazeera and Al Jazeera.

Calls for a ceasefire have emerged from international figures, including Germany's top diplomat, urging serious discussions to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. Reports suggest that Israeli officials are contemplating expanding ground operations in Gaza, which might further endanger the already distressed population. The Humanitarian Country Team has warned that plans for military control over aid distribution could violate humanitarian principles and worsen the situation for civilians, as highlighted by Dawn and Al Jazeera.

The Israeli military's recent activities, which included drone strikes and assaults on various residential areas, have escalated calls for immediate action to relieve the human toll of the ongoing conflict. As the Israeli government faces increasing pressure both domestically and internationally, the humanitarian toll remains staggering, with the latest figures estimating over 52,800 deaths within Gaza since the conflict reignited in October, according to Indiatimes, Al Jazeera, Dawn, and Al Jazeera.