Over 100 Palestinians Killed in Gaza in the Deadliest Day of the Week
More than 100 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza within 24 hours, marking the deadliest day in a week, with officials reporting a total death toll of 123 people. The fatalities occurred in the wake of the Israeli army's incursion into Gaza City and the continuing bombing of the territory.
Background
The Israeli forces began their incursion into Gaza City early on August 13, 2025, as reported by Folha de S.Paulo. The Middle East Eye adds that the Israeli military destroyed more than 300 homes and killed families living there in a three-day assault on Zeitoun, one of the largest neighborhoods in Gaza City. The assault is part of Israel's plans to seize control of Gaza City and forcefully expel around one million residents southwards, in violation of international law.
According to Al Jazeera, Israeli forces have killed at least 60 Palestinians in attacks across Gaza since dawn, with 25 people killed while trying to receive aid. In addition, the Israeli forces reportedly shot and killed at least four people near Deir el-Balah in central Gaza and three people in Gaza City’s Sheikh Radwan neighborhood.
Key Developments
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society reported that Israeli airstrikes killed seven Palestinians, including five children, at displaced people's tents south of Gaza City. Al Jazeera cited medical sources reporting that these victims were among 12 Palestinians killed by Israeli attacks in Gaza since dawn. It was also reported that two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli air strike on southern Gaza's Khan Younis.
Later in the day, Al Jazeera Arabic reported that at least 81 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza, including at least 25 aid seekers and 12 aid seekers killed north of Gaza City alone. The Palestinian news agency WAFa reported that 45 people have been killed in the city of Gaza since dawn.
Implications
The Israeli army's actions have led to the destruction of homes and the displacement of families, with entire families reportedly killed without warning when their homes were blown up using bombs. Rescue crews were blocked from reaching injured people or recovering dead bodies.
The actions of the Israeli army have been approved by Benjamin Netanyahu, as reported by Le Monde, extending military operations within the enclave. This marks an escalation in the conflict and has led to a significant increase in the number of fatalities.
Current Status
As of now, at least 98 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli air strikes in Gaza, with nearly two-thirds of the deaths occurring in Gaza City, as Israel steps up its offensive to take over the city. The 24-hour death toll, reported as the worst in a week by the Japan Times, adds to the massive fatalities from the nearly two-year war.
The situation in Gaza remains tense as Israeli forces continue their assault. The international community is closely monitoring the developments, urging both sides to exercise restraint and protect the lives of civilians.