Ongoing Israeli Airstrikes and Ground Operations Cause Heavy Civilian Casualties in Gaza
Israeli military operations continue in Gaza, with significant civilian deaths reported, including a miraculous rescue of an infant from rubble.
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Overview
Israeli airstrikes resumed on Tuesday, resulting in the death of 585 people, predominantly women and children, as ground operations began in northern Gaza. Among the casualties was a month-old baby girl, Ella Osama Abu Dagga, rescued alive from ruins after her family was killed. Despite international concern over rising civilian casualties, Israel asserts its strikes target militants, blaming Hamas for embedded operations in residential areas. The military also relaunched a blockade on northern Gaza. As tensions escalate, protests erupted in Israel against Prime Minister Netanyahu’s decisions amid a stalled ceasefire agreement.
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Analysis
- Trump's administration supports Israel's military actions in Gaza, linking them to Hamas's failure to release hostages.
- There is a call for diplomatic negotiations to replace violence, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid and a permanent end to hostilities.
- Critics highlight the appalling civilian casualties resulting from these renewed Israeli strikes.
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Israel resumed military operations in Gaza after definitively ending a two-month ceasefire with Hamas, aiming to pressure Hamas to release hostages.
More than 18,000 Palestinian children have been killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since October 7, 2023.
Hospitals in Gaza face severe shortages of medical supplies, including basic necessities like soap, making it difficult to treat patients effectively.
The international community has expressed concern over rising civilian casualties, emphasizing the need for adherence to international humanitarian law and a definitive ceasefire.
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