A recent Israeli airstrike in Beit Lahiya, northern Gaza, resulted in the deaths of 26 people, including women and children, with at least 59 others missing. The Palestinian Civil Defense reported the incident, emphasizing the destruction of a five-story building. Following the strike, photos showed rescue efforts amidst the rubble, as Hamas condemned the attack as part of a genocidal war against unarmed civilians. This escalation comes amid ongoing Israeli ground operations aimed at thwarting Hamas militants.