Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority, has accused Israel of carrying out “organised state terrorism and war crimes” in Gaza.

In a televised statement, Abbas said Palestinians would "not hesitate to pursue those who commit such crimes in front of international courts”.

Israel says that it only attacks military targets and has made efforts to prevent civilians casualties, including warning nearby residents about incoming air strikes.

Earlier this year, the International Criminal Court (ICC) launched an investigation into possible war crimes committed by Israel and Palestinian groups in 2014, when the last major conflict in Gaza took place. The ICC has expressed concern about this latest round of violence between the two sides.

BBC