Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire’s start

The Hindu
The Hindu
2M ago
The recent Israeli airstrikes in Gaza highlight the fragility of the ceasefire and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, raising urgent questions about the future of peace in the region.
Death toll reaches 33 in some of the deadliest Israeli strikes in Gaza since the ceasefire’s start

Key insights

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    Escalation of Violence: Recent airstrikes mark a significant increase in hostilities since the ceasefire.

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    Civilian Casualties: The strikes resulted in numerous civilian deaths, including women and children.

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    Hamas's Response: Hamas condemned the attacks, calling them a massacre and denying involvement.

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    International Concerns: The U.N. Security Council's peace plan faces challenges amid ongoing violence.

A What happened
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have led to a death toll of 33, marking a significant escalation in violence since the ceasefire took effect on October 10, 2025. The strikes occurred in Khan Younis and Gaza City, targeting areas where displaced people were sheltering. The attacks have drawn condemnation from Hamas, which labeled them a shocking massacre. The strikes were reportedly in response to gunfire directed at Israeli soldiers. The situation is further complicated by ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, where Israeli airstrikes have also resulted in casualties. The U.N. Security Council recently endorsed a peace plan for Gaza, but its implementation remains uncertain, especially with Hamas's rejection of key aspects. The conflict has resulted in over 69,000 Palestinian deaths since the onset of hostilities in October 2023.

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