Israeli airstrike flattens Gaza media tower as violence spreads

Synopsis

Conflict escalates in Israel at this hour with Hamas missiles reaching Tel Aviv, prompting Israeli forces to retaliate. An Israeli airstrike flattens the Al Jolla building in Gaza City, which the military claims is linked to Hamas intelligence. This building also houses international media organizations, including the Associated Press and Al Jazeera. The building's owner received a warning from Israeli intelligence one hour before the strike, but requests for additional time for journalists to evacuate were denied. The airstrike occurs after three warning rockets are fired from a drone, leading to the building's destruction. Journalist Hazam Balusha describes the moment the building came down, noting it is the third media building targeted in Gaza City, raising questions about the reasons behind the attack and the presence of Hamas or other factions in the area.