The truce was holding. Then it wasn’t. Now over 100 people are dead, including dozens of children, and the situation is spiraling. Let’s break it down 👇
Read this especially if you follow global conflicts, care about how U.S. alliances affect foreign policy, or just want to understand what’s really going on in Gaza.
🔥 What Triggered the Airstrikes?
Israel says Hamas broke the ceasefire by handing over only body parts of a hostage, not the full remains. Then a deadly gunfight in Rafah killed an Israeli soldier, who also held U.S. citizenship. That’s when Israel hit back with a wave of airstrikes overnight. It was the deadliest night since the ceasefire started on October 10.
🗣️ What Did Trump Say?
From Air Force One, President Trump said Israel had every right to respond. He called the attack on the soldier a line that was crossed. But he also said he believes the ceasefire can still hold. He called Hamas a small player in the region and said if they do not act right, they will be dealt with.
📉 The Human Cost on the Ground
Local health officials in Gaza say 104 people were killed. At least 46 of them were children. Hospitals are overwhelmed. Bodies were carried in on stretchers and mattresses. Many were too small for a body bag. Families gathered for funeral prayers. One father said, “These were children. What did they do wrong?”
🤝 What Each Side Is Saying
Israel says Hamas violated the agreement and is using civilians as shields. They say the strikes targeted 30 militants with command roles. Hamas denies involvement in the Rafah shooting and says they are still committed to the truce. They also claim they are struggling to locate hostages’ bodies in the rubble.
📍 What Comes Next?
The next phase of the ceasefire deal is supposed to cover major issues like disarming Hamas and deciding who governs Gaza. But with this level of bloodshed, it is unclear if talks can move forward. Tensions are high, and trust is low.
🧠 The Bottom Line
Israel says the ceasefire is still technically in place. But overnight bombings, dozens of dead children, and more finger pointing say otherwise. One wrong move could send everything off the edge. Do you think there is still a path back to peace, or is this another ceasefire already broken beyond repair?
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