Civil Defense in Gaza reports that Sunday airstrikes by Israel resulted in 11 fatalities amid ongoing violence despite a ceasefire mediated by the US.
In a report from Gaza, the Civil Defense agency, which operates as a rescue force under Hamas, stated that Israeli airstrikes on Sunday led to the deaths of 11 individuals. This incident occurred despite a ceasefire negotiated by the United States last month, which had moved into its second phase, but violence in Palestinian territories continues unabated. The mutual blame between Israel and the militant group Hamas regarding violations of the ceasefire agreement further complicates the situation.
The Civil Defense agency highlighted two specific strikes: one hit a refugee tent in northern Gaza, killing five and injuring several others, while another strike targeted the city of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, also resulting in five fatalities and multiple injuries. Additionally, reports indicated that at least one more person died due to Israeli shelling in Gaza City. Medical facilities, including Al Shifa and Nasser hospitals, confirmed the arrival of at least seven dead bodies from these strikes, further emphasizing the human toll of the ongoing conflict.
An Israeli military spokesperson asserted that the strikes were conducted in response to continued breaches of the ceasefire by Hamas, underscoring the tension that persists in the region. This latest round of violence highlights the fragility of the situation in Gaza, where humanitarian concerns are heightened due to the ongoing hostilities and the impact on civilians caught in the crossfire.
