Escalating Situation in the Middle East: Death Toll Rising and Calls for Ceasefire

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Schools and civilians targeted in Gaza strikes
Death toll from Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City rises, with several still missing
Claims by Israel of avoiding civilian casualties disputed

Escalation fears and ceasefire calls
US tells Israel that an escalation of the war in Gaza would be counterproductive
German Foreign Office condemns violence in West Bank and calls for protection of Palestinians

Targeted attacks
Israeli military confirms targeted killing of Fatah official in Lebanon
Houthi attacks on vessels off Yemen's Hodeidah continue

Two killed in Lebanon strikes, Hezbollah retaliates with rockets*

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