Israel Gaza Conflict: Death toll rises in Rafah as ceasefire talks continue
Israeli airstrikes kill dozens in Rafah
Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes on the southern Gaza Strip town of Rafah, medical officials say.
The death toll from the attacks, which began on Sunday, has risen to at least 100, with hundreds more injured.
The Israeli military says it is targeting Hamas militants in the area, but many of the victims are civilians.
A UN official has described the situation in Rafah as "a massacre".
The Israeli government has defended its actions, saying it is acting in self-defence against Hamas rocket attacks.
However, the UN has called for an immediate ceasefire, saying that the civilian death toll is unacceptable.
Ceasefire talks continue
Ceasefire talks between Israeli and Palestinian officials are continuing in Cairo, but there has been no breakthrough so far.
The Egyptian government is trying to mediate a deal, but both sides are still far apart on key issues.
The Israelis are demanding that Hamas disarm, while the Palestinians are demanding an end to the Israeli blockade of Gaza.
It is unclear how long the talks will continue, but the situation in Gaza is becoming increasingly desperate.
Conclusion
The death toll in the Gaza conflict continues to rise, and there is no end in sight to the violence.
The people of Gaza are suffering immensely, and the international community must do more to help them.
The only way to end this conflict is through a ceasefire, but that is still elusive.
The world must not stand by and watch as the people of Gaza continue to die.
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