Amid renewed ceasefire talks in Washington, Israeli airstrikes have intensified across Gaza. Fueling civilian suffering and prompting fierce criticism from Palestinians.
Schools, Homes, Hospitals Hit Again
Civilians across Gaza describe the relentless bombardment as resembling “earthquakes,” with multiple strikes striking educational and residential zones ahead of White House negotiations on a potential truce . Israeli forces reportedly targeted four schools in Gaza City after ordering residents to evacuate shelters—resulting in widespread destruction.
Hospitals, too, were not spared: airstrikes hit Al-Aqsa Hospital’s courtyard in Deir el-Balah, further damaging Gaza’s strained health infrastructure. The Ministry of Health reports at least 85 Palestinians killed, including families sheltering in tents and children seeking medical aid.
Diplomatic Push Amid Bloodshed
With ceasefire talks underway in Washington involving U.S. officials, Egypt, and Qatar, international pressure mounted for a 60‑day truce and hostage release . U.S. President Donald Trump has urged both sides to “make the deal in Gaza” and secure hostage freedom but Palestinians remain skeptical given repeated truce failures.
Israel, meanwhile, maintains it is targeting Hamas while aiming to spare civilians. However, new evacuation orders were issued for northern Gaza including Jabalia and Gaza City as part of a broader ground operation preparation.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Palestinians
The Gaza Strip, already devastated since October 2023, now sees over 56,000 Palestinians killed, with vast swathes of shelters, schools, and hospitals destroyed . More than 90% of Gazans have been displaced amid collapsing infrastructure and aid shortages.
Amid White House energy, Jerusalem refuses Hamas’s demand for full withdrawal and disarmament. Talks teeter on a knife’s edge as violence escalates ahead of critical negotiations.
With civilian lives hanging in the balance, these airstrikes starkly highlight the moral and strategic challenges of diplomacy under fire. The world watches as both sides face the test: forge a ceasefire or watch more schools, homes, and hospitals crumble.
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