Gaza death toll exceeds 44,000 as conflict with Israel continues
Health officials in Gaza report that the death toll from the ongoing war with Israel has exceeded 44,000, with over half identified as women and children. The Israeli military claims to have killed more than 17,000 militants. A rocket from Lebanon killed one person and injured two in northern Israel. In response, Israel conducted airstrikes on targets in southern Lebanon, following a series of attacks from Hezbollah. The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas officials, accusing them of war crimes. This development may complicate cease-fire negotiations, though its practical impact is uncertain.