Despite a recent UN Security Council resolution urging an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan, reports indicate that attacks persist in Rafah, exacerbating an already dire situation on the ground. Reports entail that Israel have also attacked Lebanon.
According to various sources, Israel’s military actions continue despite international calls for a cessation of hostilities. The situation remains precarious despite diplomatic efforts to calm the escalating violence.
In response to the ongoing conflict, Hamas has criticized Israel’s actions, stating that Israel is losing political support, even within the Security Council. Additionally, Hamas alleges that the United States is unable to assert its influence on the international stage to halt the violence.
Recent military operations have intensified, with Israel claiming to have killed Hamas commander Marwan Issa in an airstrike earlier this month. However, Hamas officials dispute these claims, accusing Israel of engaging in psychological warfare.
The escalation of violence has led to Israeli tanks and armored vehicles surrounding a hospital in Khan Younis, further exacerbating concerns about civilian casualties. Reports from the Palestine Red Crescent Society indicate that another medical facility is now “out of service” due to ongoing military operations.
Since October 7, Israeli attacks on Gaza have resulted in a devastating toll, with at least 32,414 Palestinians killed and 74,787 wounded. In retaliation, Hamas launched an attack on October 7, resulting in a death toll of 1,139 in Israel, with many still held captive. The situation remains tense as international efforts to broker a ceasefire falter amidst the ongoing violence.
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