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Israel Intensifies Operations Amid Rising Conflicts with Hezbollah and Hostage Crisis

Israel ramps up military actions in Gaza and responds to rocket attacks from Lebanon as the situation escalates amidst international condemnation.

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Israel has intensified its military operations in Gaza, vowing that the offensive will continue until Hamas releases hostages, killing over 600 Palestinians since its latest assault began. Recent airstrikes have destroyed the only cancer treatment hospital in Gaza, causing outcry over civilian casualties. Amid these developments, rocket attacks from Lebanon have raised tensions, with Israel promising severe retaliation. More than 49,000 casualties have been reported in Gaza amidst ongoing military actions. International criticism mounts against Israel's methods, urging a ceasefire while tensions with Hezbollah remain high, following the implicit breakdown of ceasefire agreements.

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The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has collapsed. Israel ended the fragile ceasefire on March 17, and since then, military operations have intensified in Gaza.

Hamas still holds 59 hostages, with 24 believed to be alive. Israel demands the release of all remaining hostages in exchange for stages of a ceasefire.

The international community has condemned the violence and called for a ceasefire. Many countries, including the U.S., have urged restraint and expressed concern over civilian casualties.

The conflict with Hezbollah has led to significant displacement in southern Lebanon, with thousands fleeing due to Israeli airstrikes targeting Hezbollah strongholds.

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