Gaza Under Intense Israeli Strikes as Death Toll Mounts; Ceasefire Hopes Hinge on Hamas Response
Gaza Under Intense Israeli Strikes as Death Toll Mounts; Ceasefire Hopes Hinge on Hamas Response
Gaza is enduring a relentless barrage of Israeli airstrikes, with local health authorities reporting a rapidly increasing death toll. At least 94 people have been killed since midnight on Thursday, pushing the 24-hour fatality count to 139, with a significant number of casualties occurring at aid distribution sites.
The intense military operations unfold as the region awaits a crucial response from Hamas regarding a proposed multi-stage cease-fire and hostage release deal. Hamas is anticipated to provide its official reply on Friday to the agreement, which reportedly includes a 60-day truce. While some reports suggest Hamas is largely satisfied with the proposal, other sources indicate the group’s leadership seeks further assurances for a complete end to the conflict.
Amid the escalating violence, the Israeli military announced it successfully targeted a terrorist cell responsible for launching rockets into Israel. Concurrently, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to visit Kibbutz Nir Oz today, as anti-government protest groups continue to organize demonstrations. The families of Israeli hostages are intensifying their calls for a swift resolution, emphasizing the critical need for a deal to secure the return of their loved ones.
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