Israel Resumes Airstrikes in Gaza After Ceasefire Collapse, Hundreds Killed
Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza, killing at least 404 people and injuring over 560, with many victims being children. The attacks ended a ceasefire that had allowed displaced residents to return home. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to intensify military action against Hamas. Evacuation orders were issued, but airstrikes also hit designated safe zones. Hamas accused Israel of breaking the ceasefire, insisting they had adhered to the agreement. Since October 2023, over 48,000 Palestinians have died in Israeli attacks.
A Gaza-based surgeon described the situation as “carnage,” with most casualties being women and children. The UN condemned the strikes as “horrifying” and scheduled a Security Council meeting. Ceasefire negotiations collapsed as Hamas demanded Israel’s withdrawal, while Israel sought the release of 59 hostages. Israeli intelligence reportedly used the ceasefire to track Hamas leaders. Netanyahu faces domestic pressure over the hostage crisis and corruption allegations. The escalation coincides with Ramadan, increasing regional tensions.
Israel Resumes Airstrikes in Gaza After Ceasefire Collapse, Hundreds Killed
Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza, resulting in the deaths of at least 404 people and injuring over 560, according to Gaza’s health ministry. Many of the victims were children. This marks the end of a temporary ceasefire that had allowed thousands of displaced families to return home.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced that Israel would intensify its military operations against Hamas, the group controlling Gaza. The Israeli military (IDF) issued evacuation orders for several areas, but some of the designated safe zones, such as Gaza City and Khan Younis, were also hit by airstrikes, leaving residents frightened and confused.
Hamas officials accused Israel of violating the ceasefire, claiming they had upheld the agreement while Israel did not. The conflict began after Hamas launched an attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, killing approximately 1,200 people. Since then, Israel’s military operations have caused widespread destruction, with Gaza’s health ministry reporting over 48,000 Palestinian deaths.
A doctor working in Gaza described the devastation, stating that most of his patients were women and children, many of whom were unlikely to survive their injuries. He condemned the bombings as “carnage” and expressed his horror at the suffering he witnesses daily.
The United Nations has strongly criticized the attacks, with its human rights chief calling them “horrifying.” The UN Security Council is set to discuss the escalating violence as the international community grows increasingly concerned.
Before the ceasefire ended, negotiations were ongoing to extend it and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. However, talks broke down. Hamas demanded a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, while Israel insisted on the release of the remaining 59 hostages. During the ceasefire, Israeli intelligence reportedly gathered information on Hamas leaders, and the military is now acting on that intelligence.
The renewed violence comes at a challenging time for Netanyahu, who faces criticism at home over his handling of the hostage crisis. He is also dealing with an ongoing corruption trial, adding to the political pressure. The timing of the bombings is especially sensitive, as they resumed during Ramadan, the holiest month for Muslims, further heightening tensions.
The conflict continues to cause immense suffering on both sides. Families in Gaza struggle to find safety, while Israelis are still grieving the losses from the October 7 attack. The international community is calling for an end to the violence, but so far, efforts to achieve lasting peace have failed.
The situation remains dire, with no clear resolution in sight. Civilians continue to suffer the most, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening. As the world watches, many hope for a peaceful solution, but for now, the violence shows no signs of stopping.