Israeli strikes kill 20 in Gaza, hospitals say, after soldier wounded by gunfire

In the latest escalation of violence between Israel and Gaza, Israeli strikes have killed at least 20 people, including several children, according to hospital reports. The strikes were launched after an Israeli soldier was wounded by gunfire near the Gaza border. The Israeli military stated that the attacks were in response to the gun attack, which it said was carried out by the Hamas militant group. However, Hamas has not yet claimed responsibility for the incident. The strikes hit several locations in Gaza, including residential areas, according to health officials. The casualties include both civilians and militants, underscoring the ongoing tensions and the civilian toll of the conflict. The violence comes amid a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Gaza, which has been punctuated by periodic flare-ups of hostilities. The situation remains volatile, with concerns that the latest exchange could escalate into a larger-scale conflict.