Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 60 people, health officials say

Smoke rises following an Israeli army bombardment in the Gaza Strip. Picture: Ohad Zwigenberg/AP

Israeli strikes overnight and into Tuesday have killed at least 60 people across the Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian health officials.

Israel has launched another major offensive in the territory in recent days, saying it aims to return dozens of hostages held by Hamas and destroy the militant group.