Israeli airstrikes kill 12 Palestinians in Gaza: hospital officials

At least 12 Palestinians, including women and children, were killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza on Saturday, one of the deadliest days since a ceasefire in October. The health ministry reports over 500 Palestinian deaths by Israeli attacks. The reopening of Rafah crossing bordering Egypt, a vital lifeline for medical treatment, was set a day after the strikes. Israel demands Hamas to return all hostages for the crossing to remain open.

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