The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Gaza has once again been thrown into disarray as reports emerged of fresh Israeli airstrikes and shelling in both the southern and northern regions of the Gaza Strip. The truce, brokered just a month ago to end weeks of bloodshed, is now hanging by a thread as violence intensifies on multiple fronts.
Airstrikes in the South and North
According to reports from Al Jazeera and IMEMC, Israel launched a new round of attacks targeting areas around Khan Younis in southern Gaza and Beit Lahiya in the north. Eyewitnesses described explosions that rocked residential neighborhoods, while emergency teams rushed to rescue victims trapped under the rubble.
In Gaza City’s eastern districts, drones and artillery shells were also reported, adding to fears that the ceasefire announced on October 10 is now largely ineffective.
Local sources confirmed that several homes and public structures were damaged in the renewed bombardments, while power outages affected large portions of the enclave.
Over 280 Violations Recorded Since October
Data from the Gaza Government Media Office reveals that Israel has violated the ceasefire over 280 times since its implementation. These violations include airstrikes, cross-border incursions, artillery fire, and restrictions on humanitarian aid.
At least 242 Palestinians have been killed and more than 620 others injured since the agreement took effect, according to official figures.
The truce, which was intended to de-escalate tensions after months of devastating warfare, has instead turned into a series of sporadic clashes and unverified accusations from both sides.
Breach of Key Ceasefire Terms
The ceasefire deal called for a complete halt to offensive operations and the creation of a “yellow line” , a buffer zone designed to separate Israeli forces from Gaza territory. However, multiple reports indicate that Israeli troops have repeatedly crossed into restricted areas, conducting what they described as “defensive operations.”
Palestinian officials accuse Israel of demolishing civilian infrastructure and firing on safe zones marked for humanitarian relief. Human rights monitors also report sniper activity and drone surveillance in zones meant to be demilitarized.
Meanwhile, humanitarian agencies have expressed frustration over the slow delivery of aid. Only a fraction of the promised relief supplies roughly 24% of expected aid trucks has entered Gaza since the truce began, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
Israel’s Justification and Palestinian Response
The Israeli military maintains that its recent strikes were in response to alleged ceasefire breaches by Hamas and other armed groups. An Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) statement claimed that troops targeted “terrorists attempting to cross the yellow line” and that their operations were strictly defensive in nature.
However, Palestinian authorities strongly refute this narrative, calling the repeated bombardments “unprovoked acts of aggression.” They argue that Israel is using isolated incidents as justification for a sustained campaign against Gaza’s civilian population.
“The ceasefire has become meaningless,” one Gaza official told Al Jazeera. “People are still dying under what was supposed to be peace.”
Mounting Civilian Toll
The human cost of the ceasefire violations continues to grow. Medical workers in Gaza report a surge in casualties, including women and children, as Israeli strikes hit densely populated areas. Hospitals already struggling with shortages of medicine and power outages are now overwhelmed once again.
Displaced families who returned home after the ceasefire are now fleeing for safety, with many taking refuge in overcrowded shelters. Humanitarian groups warn that Gaza’s fragile infrastructure, water, electricity, and healthcare is nearing total collapse.
“The psychological toll is immense,” said a representative from a local aid agency. “Civilians believed the ceasefire would bring relief, but all it has brought is more uncertainty and trauma.”
International Reaction
The United Nations and regional mediators have voiced concern over the escalating situation. A spokesperson for the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that ongoing violations “risk plunging Gaza back into full-scale conflict.”
Meanwhile, Egypt and Qatar key mediators in the truce agreement are reportedly pushing for renewed talks to stabilize the situation and reinforce monitoring mechanisms along the border.
Analysts note that both Israel and Hamas face internal pressure: Israel from security hardliners demanding stronger deterrence, and Hamas from residents frustrated with the ongoing hardship and instability.
What Lies Ahead
As the violence spreads, questions arise about whether the ceasefire can still hold. Observers suggest that unless there is an immediate and verifiable mechanism to monitor both sides, further escalation appears inevitable.
Diplomatic sources indicate that a revised truce proposal may be on the table, possibly involving an expanded international monitoring presence and guaranteed humanitarian corridors.
For now, however, life inside Gaza remains perilous. With the sound of explosions once again echoing through its streets, residents fear the ceasefire has already collapsed in all but name.
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