At least 23 people were killed by Israeli strikes across Gaza overnight on Thursday, as Israel pressed ahead with its military offensive and let in minimal aid to the strip. Ten people were killed by strikes in the southern city of Khan Younis, four in the central town of Deir al-Balah and nine in the Jabaliya refugee camp in the north, according to Gaza health officials. 

Israel is facing mounting international criticism for its latest offensive, and pressure to let aid into Gaza amid a catastrophic humanitarian crisis. The strip has been under an Israeli blockade for nearly three months. Experts have warned that many of Gaza’s 2 million residents are at high risk of famine. Even the US, a staunch ally, has voiced concerns over the hunger crisis.