Israelis staged nationwide protests Tuesday demanding the release of hostages and an end to the Gaza war, blocking roads and planning a mass rally in Tel Aviv.

Families of hostages accused the government of waging a war without clear objectives.

Meanwhile, Israeli shelling hit Gaza City and nearby towns overnight, forcing more residents to flee as Israel prepares a new offensive.

Local health officials said at least 34 Palestinians were killed, including 20 in a strike on Nasser Hospital that killed several journalists, NBC News has reported.

Prime Minister Netanyahu called the hospital attack a “tragic mishap.”