Children among 20 people reported killed overnight by Israeli strikes on Gaza – Middle East crisis live

Latest deaths come as humanitarian workers and doctors in Gaza say they have been overwhelmed by almost daily ‘mass casualty incidents’Hello and welcome to the Guardian’s continuing coverage of the crisis in the Middle East.Gaza civil defence has said 20 people, including at least six children, have been killed in Israeli airstrikes overnight.AP News reports that an Israeli report released Tuesday accuses Hamas of using sexual violence as a weapon of war during its Oct. 7, 2023 attacks. The findings are based on survivor and witness testimonies, first responder accounts, and forensic evidence.The report says that many victims may have been killed, silencing them and complicating investigations. It asks for new legal approaches to prosecuting sexual violence in conflict, suggesting evidence beyond victim testimony and holding all attackers jointly responsible. Hamas denies the allegations.This comes as Israel and Hamas are negotiating a ceasefire. Reporters were told that the anticipated agreement would involve a 60-day ceasefire, with the release of ten live hostages and nine deceased individuals.Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US president Donald Trump to discuss any potential ceasefire deal options.Netanyahu said the meeting was focused around freeing hostages held in Gaza, and stressed his determination to “eliminate” the military and governmental capabilities of Hamas. Continue reading...

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