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Israeli Air Strikes on Gaza Shatter Ceasefire Deal Hopes

Gaza Ceasefire Declaration Met with Tragedy as Israeli Air Strikes Continue

Teh announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel ⁢and‌ Hamas ⁢brought fleeting hope to Gaza, but the joy‍ was quickly overshadowed by devastating Israeli ⁣air strikes ⁢that left dozens dead and ​hundreds wounded.

“We were‌ waiting for the truce and were happy. It was the happiest night as October 7,” said Gaza ⁤resident Saeed Alloush, referring to the hamas attack on⁣ israel that ignited the​ war in 2023. “Suddenly…⁤ we received the ‍news of the martyrdom of 40 people,” including ⁣his uncle. “The ​whole ⁣area’s joy turned ‍to sadness, as if an earthquake struck.”⁣

The strikes occured just hours after Qatar and the United States announced a fragile ceasefire deal, set to take effect ⁢on ⁢Sunday. Mahmud Bassal, spokesman for Gaza’s civil defense agency, reported that at ⁣least 73 people were killed in the attacks, including 20 children ‌and 25 women, ​with around 200 others injured.

As dawn ‍broke, crowds gathered to sift through the rubble of destroyed buildings, where chunks of concrete, twisted rebar, and personal ⁣belongings lay scattered. these scenes ⁢were repeated across the densely populated territory, ‌home ⁣to ​2.4 million people, most of whom have been displaced multiple times ​as the war ​began.​

at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, AFP journalists witnessed blood-stained mortuary stretchers as staff prepared the bodies of the dead. In Gaza City’s Al-Ahli hospital, grieving‌ families knelt beside ​white-shrouded bodies of ‍their‌ loved⁢ ones.

Rescuer Ibrahim Abu al-Rish described the​ harrowing moments after⁢ the‍ ceasefire announcement: ⁢”After the ceasefire was announced and people were happy and ⁢joyful,a five-storey ⁣building was targeted,with more than 50 people ⁢inside.”

The violence continued ⁢into the night, with first responders and residents searching through rubble under⁤ the glow of headlights. ‍”Shelling is still continuing, targeting one house after another,” Abu al-rish said.

In the Al-Bureij refugee camp, resident Mahmud al-Qarnawi expressed ⁤the ⁢pervasive fear among Gazans: “The shooting ‍has not stopped, the planes are still in the air,​ and the situation is ⁤arduous.”

Motaz Bakeer,​ a displaced Gazan in Nuseirat, echoed these concerns: “We must remain​ cautious. And for the next three days,we are afraid of a (possible) bloodbath (worse) than before.” ⁢

international⁤ medical charity Doctors⁣ Without⁤ Borders⁣ (MSF)⁢ emphasized ​the precariousness of the situation.‌ “Last⁤ night ‍it was a lot of cheering for 20 minutes, and then it was‌ a​ very bloody night,” said MSF’s ⁢emergency coordinator Amande⁣ Bazerolle, with the sound of shelling audible in the background.

The Israeli ‍cabinet is expected to approve ‍the ‌ceasefire deal, ​though prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office accused Hamas of backtracking on elements of the agreement.If finalized, the deal will include the release of 33 hostages in it’s first ⁤phase, according to Qatar’s ‍Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani.⁢

The war, sparked by hamas’s October 7 attack, has claimed the lives of‍ 1,210 people in Israel, mostly civilians, according to​ an AFP ⁣tally. Israel’s retaliatory offensive in Gaza⁣ has‌ killed⁤ 46,788 people, the majority civilians, as⁣ reported by the territory’s health ⁢ministry,⁤ figures deemed ‌reliable by the United Nations.

| Key Points | Details |
|—————-|————-|
| Ceasefire Announcement ​ | Announced⁢ by Qatar and the U.S., set ⁤to take effect Sunday. |
| Casualties | 73 killed,‌ including 20 children⁢ and 25 women; 200 wounded. |
| hostage​ Release | 33 hostages to be released in the first ⁣phase. |
| War Toll | 1,210 killed in Israel; 46,788 killed in ‌Gaza. |

As gaza braces for the ceasefire, the scars of ⁤this ⁤conflict remain deep, and‍ the ⁢path to peace remains uncertain.

Gaza Ceasefire: ​Tragedy ‌Amidst Hope

In‌ the wake ‌of a ceasefire ‌agreement between Israel and hamas, brokered ​by Qatar and the ​United‌ States, Gaza experienced a brief moment of hope. However, this was quickly overshadowed by ⁢devastating Israeli air strikes that resulted in significant casualties. We sat down with Dr. Leila Mansour,‌ a Middle East ‌conflict⁤ specialist,​ to discuss the ‌implications of this ceasefire,⁣ the ongoing violence, and the path to‍ peace in the⁤ region.

The​ Ceasefire Declaration and Immediate Aftermath

Senior Editor: Dr.‌ Mansour, can you ​start by⁤ explaining what the ceasefire‍ announcement meant for Gaza and how ‌it ​was received?

Dr. Mansour:​ The ceasefire announcement brought a fleeting sense‌ of ⁣relief to⁣ Gaza.After months of intense‍ conflict, many hoped this would be⁤ the beginning of a lasting peace.Though,the joy was short-lived as Israeli air strikes⁣ continued,leading ‍to more casualties and destruction. This has left many ⁤questioning the effectiveness⁢ and sincerity of the ceasefire.

The Human Cost of Continued Violence

Senior Editor: The article mentions significant ⁤casualties, including children and women.Can you elaborate​ on ‌the human cost of these continued strikes?

Dr. Mansour: The numbers are staggering—73​ people‌ were ‌killed, including‌ 20 children ⁤and​ 25 women, with ​around 200 others injured. ⁣These are not just statistics; they represent families torn apart, communities‍ devastated, ⁣and ‍a⁣ population that has ​endured unimaginable suffering. The ​psychological and ⁢physical toll on the survivors is immense and will⁤ take years, if not‍ decades, to heal.

The Role⁢ of ‌International Mediators

senior Editor: Qatar and the United States⁤ played key roles‍ in ⁤brokering this ceasefire. ⁢How⁢ effective do you think‌ international ⁤mediation can be in this ⁢conflict?

Dr.​ Mansour: International mediation is ‌crucial, ⁢but it is only as effective as the willingness of the parties involved to adhere ​to the‍ terms. The fragility of this ceasefire,⁣ evidenced by the immediate resumption of violence, highlights the challenges mediators face.⁤ It requires sustained pressure, trust-building measures, and a⁤ commitment‍ to addressing the root causes of the conflict.

The Path to Peace

Senior⁤ Editor: Given ⁤the current situation, what ⁢do you‍ see ⁤as the path to ‍a lasting peace in Gaza?

Dr. Mansour: The path‌ to peace is ​fraught with ‌difficulties, but‌ it ‌begins⁤ with a genuine commitment from both sides to end‌ the violence. This includes addressing humanitarian concerns, facilitating dialog, and​ working towards ‌a ⁢political solution that acknowledges‌ the ⁣rights and aspirations of both Palestinians and Israelis. International support and oversight will be essential in this process.

The Impact on Displaced Populations

Senior Editor:⁣ The article mentions that⁤ a significant portion of‍ Gaza’s population has been displaced⁢ multiple times. How ​does this displacement impact the broader ⁤conflict?

Dr. Mansour: Displacement exacerbates the humanitarian crisis and deepens the sense of despair and hopelessness ⁤among the population.It also complicates ‍efforts to deliver aid ‌and ‍rebuild communities. Addressing the ⁤needs ‍of displaced persons must be a priority in any peace agreement​ to⁣ ensure stability and⁣ security⁢ in ‍the region.

Looking Ahead

Senior Editor: ‍looking ahead, what are the key steps that need to ​be taken to prevent further violence and achieve a lasting peace?

Dr. Mansour: ‌The immediate focus should be ​on securing a durable ceasefire and ⁣addressing the humanitarian needs of the population. Long-term solutions‌ must ⁤involve political negotiations,reconstruction ⁤efforts,and ⁢confidence-building measures. the international community must⁣ play an active role ⁢in supporting these efforts and⁢ holding both sides accountable​ for ​their commitments.

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