Multiple reports indicate that Israel's military strikes in Gaza have hit civilian targets, including refugee camps and ambulances. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have attacked the Jabalia refugee camp multiple times, as well as ambulances near the Al Shifa hospital. The IDF claims that these attacks are necessary to destroy Hamas' tunnel-based infrastructure. However, there are growing concerns about the disproportionate nature of these attacks and their impact on civilian lives.

The rising number of civilian casualties has led to worldwide protests and condemnation of Israel's actions. The United Nations has warned that the airstrikes on Jabalia could amount to war crimes. While the international community initially showed support for Israel's offensive against Hamas, there is now increasing pressure for a ceasefire to prioritize civilian safety and address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Calls for a ceasefire have been made by political leaders such as US President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The IDF has announced a four-hour window for people in Gaza to evacuate south on specified streets, despite previous attempts to secure safe corridors being met with resistance. However, it remains unclear how long the United States and its Arab allies can resist calls for an immediate ceasefire.