Israeli Strikes Kill 70 in Gaza; UN Warns of Imminent Hunger Crisis

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 07:04am on 19 Apr 2025,Saturday International

On April 18, 2025, Israeli forces launched extensive attacks on Gaza, resulting in at least 70 Palestinian deaths, including 64 fatalities since dawn, as reported by medical sources. The assaults targeted homes and tent camps, intensifying the humanitarian crisis. Hospitals in Gaza are operating beyond capacity, struggling to manage the influx of casualties. The United Nations' World Food Programme has issued an urgent appeal, stating that "Gaza needs food now," highlighting the severe risk of hunger faced by hundreds of thousands. These developments underscore the escalating conflict and the dire conditions for civilians in Gaza. (PC: CNN & AP)

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