Israeli airstrike kills at least 21 people at central Gaza mosque: Reports
Israel also continues campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon with series of intense strikes
An apparent Israeli airstrike has killed at least 21 people at a mosque in central Gaza on Sunday (October 6), reported AP. More details are awaited.
On Saturday, Israel continued with its campaign against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon with a series of intense strikes. It maily targeted command centres, weapons caches, tunnels, and other infrastructure.
Reports said explosions rocked southern Beirut and surrounding areas for over two hours. Observers termed it one of the most violent barrages so far.
Lt Gen Herzi Halevi, Chief of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), was quoted as saying: "We must continue exerting pressure on Hezbollah and creating additional and lasting damage to the enemy. Without relief and without allowing a respite for the organisation."
Israel said its military operations have caused the deaths of "some 440 Hezbollah terrorists, including 30 commanders" since the start of its ground incursion in Lebanon. Key targets include slain Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's potential successor, Hashem Safieddine.