Israeli airstrikes hit buildings, roads in Gaza

A ball of fire erupts from the Jala Tower as it is destroyed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza city. Jala Tower houses Qatar-based Al-Jazeera television and the Associated Press news agency. Photo/AFP

Israeli warplanes have struck several buildings and roads in a vital part of Gaza City early Sunday. According to photos circulated by residents and journalists, the airstrikes created a crater that blocked one of the main roads leading to Shifa, the largest hospital in the strip.

The Health Ministry said the latest airstrikes left at least two dead and 25 wounded, including children and women. It said rescuers are still digging through the rubble and had so far pulled up five more wounded. Two hours into the heavy bombardment, there has been no comment from the Israeli military.

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