The southern Gazan city of Rafah is facing intense bombardment after Israeli strikes killed dozens of people on Sunday. Local officials reported that at least 16 people were killed overnight, although this has not yet been confirmed by the health ministry. Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing Rafah, which had been designated as a “safe zone” by Israel. Israel described Sunday’s airstrike as a “tragic mishap” but has pledged to continue its campaign against Hamas despite international condemnation. The UN Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting later on Tuesday to address the strike on Rafah. Meanwhile, Ireland, Norway, and Spain will formally recognize the state of Palestine today.