Israeli airstrike kills 35
An Israeli airstrike in the Gaza city of Rafah killed at least 35 people in a tent camp, according to medics. The incident prompted condemnation from European leaders on Monday, who called for the implementation of a World Court ruling to stop Israel's offensive. (AP photo)
People seeking refuge attacked
The attack occurred in the Tel Al-Sultan neighborhood, where thousands had sought refuge following the start of an Israeli ground offensive in eastern Rafah more than two weeks prior.(AP photo)
Tragic scenes unfold
In scenes hauntingly reminiscent of a war now in its eighth month, Palestinian families hurried to hospitals to prepare their dead for burial after a late Sunday night strike ignited tents and makeshift shelters. (AP photo)
Women, children among dead
Health officials reported that many of the deceased were women and children, and warned that the death toll could rise, as several victims are in critical condition with severe burns. (AP photo)
Continued attacks by Israel
Israel has continued its attacks on Rafah despite a ruling from the top UN court on Friday ordering them to cease. The country argues that the ruling allows for some degree of military action in the area. (PTI photo)
No impact of international condemnation
Despite a global outcry over the civilian casualties, Israeli tanks continued their bombardment of the eastern and central areas of the city on Monday. (Reuters photo)
‘Hamas leaders eliminated’
Israel's military said that Sunday's airstrike, based on "precise intelligence," had eliminated Hamas' chief of staff for the West Bank, as well as another official responsible for attacks on Israelis. (Reuters photo)
Netanyahu says 'tragic incident'
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that the airstrike in the southern Gaza area of Rafah, which resulted in the deaths of numerous Palestinians, was not aimed at causing civilian casualties and will be subject to investigation. (AP photo)
Heavy death toll
Nearly 36,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's offensive so far, according to Gaza's health ministry. Israel launched an offensive in Gaza after Hamas-led militants attacked southern Israeli communities on Octobrt 7, killing around 1,200 people and seizing more than 250 hostages. (Reuters photo)