In a rapidly evolving conflict, Israel's military announced Tuesday that it had expanded its operations in Gaza. The intensified campaign comes amid mounting calls for a ceasefire and ahead of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's planned trip to Washington.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on social media that Israel had agreed to the necessary conditions to finalize a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. "The Qataris and Egyptians, who have worked very hard to help bring Peace, will deliver this final proposal," he said, urging Hamas to accept the deal before the situation deteriorates further.
While diplomatic voices push for a break in hostilities, the Israeli military continues its operations to dismantle Hamas military capabilities, claiming dozens of terrorist targets have been eliminated and hundreds of infrastructure sites have been shut down both above and below ground. Reports indicate at least 26 fatalities in Gaza on Tuesday, reflecting the harsh reality on the ground.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza is worsening fast. The International Committee of the Red Cross has warned that nearly all functioning medical facilities are overwhelmed, and Gaza's civil defense service reports that aid distribution sites have become deadly battlegrounds. With civilians facing an impossible choice—to starve or risk being shot 😢—over 1,500 families have been displaced following recent evacuation orders.
Humanitarian organizations, including the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, are calling for an immediate lift of blockade restrictions and a return to UN-led coordination mechanisms to ensure that life-saving supplies reach those in need. Despite the promise of a temporary ceasefire, the ongoing military operations underscore the urgent need for effective diplomatic and humanitarian intervention ⚠️.
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