Israel and Hamas Prepare to Enter Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire

Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
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The Gaza ceasefire is advancing to its second phase, though initial terms fell short as Israel restricts aid and conducts strikes, causing continued Palestinian casualties.
Israel and Hamas Prepare to Enter Second Phase of Gaza Ceasefire
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The temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is progressing towards its second phase as of December 2025. The initial phase of the agreement did not fully meet expectations, with Israel limiting the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza. Concurrently, Israeli air strikes have continued, causing hundreds of Palestinian casualties across the Strip. These developments indicate continued volatility despite the ceasefire framework. Al Jazeera reporter Simon Speakman Cordall has provided an overview of the current status and implications for Gaza’s humanitarian situation and conflict dynamics. The second phase may test the durability and enforcement of the ceasefire agreement amid ongoing hostilities and aid restrictions.
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Key insights

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    Ceasefire Progression: The ceasefire agreement is transitioning to a second phase despite initial challenges and setbacks in implementation.

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    Humanitarian Impact: Israel’s restrictions on aid deliveries have aggravated humanitarian conditions in Gaza during the ceasefire period.

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    Continued Hostilities: Israeli air strikes have persisted, resulting in hundreds of Palestinian fatalities even under the ceasefire framework.

Takeaways

As the Gaza ceasefire enters its second phase, the situation remains precarious with significant humanitarian and security challenges that will test the agreement's effectiveness.

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