Israeli Strike Destroys Rafah Tower, Kills Civilians in Nuseirat, Southern Lebanon
An Israeli strike destroyed a residential tower in Rafah housing 300 residents, who received a 30-minute warning to evacuate at night. At least 13 women and children were killed in attacks on Nuseirat refugee camp. A family of five was killed and nine injured in southern Lebanon. Canada and Sweden restored funding to UNRWA. Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh urged Israel's allies to intervene. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue the attack on Rafah. Since October 7, 30,960 Palestinians have been killed and 72,524 injured. Over 1000 mosques have been destroyed. A ship loaded with humanitarian aid for Gaza prepared to depart from Cyprus, with the European Commission aiming to open a maritime corridor by Sunday. The US announced a plan to establish a temporary offshore pier for aid, with the Gen Frank S. Besson vessel departing.