Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Restored After Deadly Gaza Strikes

Ceasefire Restored Amidst Deadly Strikes

• 🕊️ A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has reportedly been restored following a brief but intense period of fighting in the Gaza Strip.
• 💥 Israel initiated airstrikes late Tuesday, alleging Hamas militants violated the ceasefire by killing an Israeli soldier.
• 💔 Palestinian health officials reported over 100 deaths, including dozens of women and children, during the overnight strikes.

Israeli Response and Palestinian Casualties

• 🎯 Israel stated its military was targeting only Hamas targets during the operations.
• 🚨 Early Wednesday, Israel announced a halt to the bombing, declaring the ceasefire back on track.
• ⚠️ Despite the restoration, Israel conducted another airstrike late Wednesday, claiming to target a Hamas weapons site, which Palestinian health officials reported resulted in two deaths.

Role of Mediation and Fragile Peace

• 🤝 The United States, particularly President Donald Trump, is credited as the key mediator and guarantor of the ceasefire deal.
• ⏳ The current ceasefire is only two weeks old, highlighting the fragile nature of the peace and the deep distrust between the parties involved.