(MENAFN) On Wednesday morning, the Israeli military brutally killed 12 more civilians in the Gaza Strip, according to local medical sources.

Medics reported that airstrikes targeted residential homes and tents housing displaced Palestinians in Gaza City, as well as in the central and southern regions of the enclave. These latest fatalities came just hours after the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) declared the start of a new phase in its ground offensive on Gaza City.

This latest escalation marks a significant step in Israel's broader campaign to reoccupy the entire city, with the IDF aiming to seize key areas in the densely populated territory. The attacks have intensified in recent days, leading to a sharp rise in civilian casualties.

The fatalities were confirmed by medical sources who spoke with media, highlighting the growing humanitarian crisis. As the situation continues to deteriorate, concerns over the safety of civilians in Gaza mount, with many displaced families seeking shelter in precarious conditions.

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