Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza as concern grows over humanitarian aid
At least 52 people have been killed, according to Palestinian officials, after a day of heavy Israeli strikes in Gaza. Some aid has begun to trickle into the territory after a nearly three-month Israeli blockade, but experts say it isn't enough. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
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