The French foreign ministry “strongly” condemned the latest Israeli attacks that killed dozens of civilians including on an orphanage and school in northern Gaza and a family home in the southern city of Khan Younis, Al Jazeera reports.

“For several weeks, civilian infrastructure where populations find refuge has been repeatedly targeted by the Israeli army,” it said.

“In the face of need for absolute emergency in Gaza, France reiterates its call for the unconditional and immediate release of all hostages and for an immediate and permanent ceasefire, which must allow the massive and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid.”

Medical sources told Al Jazeera at least 79 people were killed in the Strip overnight and early morning.