Israeli strikes in Gaza result in dozens of deaths as preparations for high-level cease-fire talks advance.

On Saturday, a series of airstrikes in southern Gaza resulted in the deaths of at least 36 Palestinians as preparations for high-level cease-fire talks in Egypt continued. An Israeli airstrike hit a home in Khan Younis, killing 11 members of a family, including two children. The hospital in Khan Younis reported 33 deaths from three separate strikes, and Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital received three additional bodies from an early morning strike. First responders also recovered 16 bodies from Hamad City, 10 from a building west of Khan Younis, and two more from Rafah. The Israeli military is investigating these according to reports. In Cairo, mediators from the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar are working towards high-level cease-fire talks scheduled for Sunday. U.S. officials, including Brett McGurk and CIA Director William Burns, are in Cairo to discuss cease-fire implementation. An Israeli delegation, including Mossad head David Barnea and Shin Bet chief, arrived on Thursday. The White House has reported progress in the talks, though details remain vague. A Hamas delegation will arrive in Cairo to receive updates from mediators but will not participate directly in the Sunday talks. The U.S. is advocating for a proposal to address gaps between Israel and Hamas, with ongoing challenges regarding the control of key corridors in Gaza. Hamas has called for a complete Israeli withdrawal, while Israel insists on retaining control of these areas. The conflict, which began on October 7, has resulted in significant casualties and destruction. Hamas' surprise attack killed about 1,200 Israelis, with around 250 taken hostage. Israeli retaliatory actions have led to over 40,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread displacement within Gaza. More at:www.ninaworldnews.com.