Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip overnight and into Monday have killed at least 30 people, according to local hospitals.

Meanwhile, the Israeli military announced that it had killed a senior Hamas militant last month who had allegedly held a hostage in his home, reported AP.

The 21-month war, triggered by Hamas’ attack on October 7, continues to rage, with no sign of a breakthrough following two days of talks last week between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Negotiations aimed at securing a ceasefire and the release of hostages ended without progress.