Israel has launched airstrikes on the Gaza Strip, killing nearly 600 people since breaking a ceasefire last week. The strikes have brought relative calm to the region, but have also raised concerns about civilian casualties.
Hamas fired three rockets at Israel on Thursday, sparking fears of further violence. The Israeli military said it was enforcing a blockade on northern Gaza and had ordered Palestinians to evacuate an area near the city of Khan Younis.
The conflict has seen widespread destruction across Gaza, with hundreds of thousands of people returning to their homes in the north after the ceasefire. However, Israel has vowed to intensify its operations until Hamas releases 59 hostages it holds.
The Israeli government has come under pressure over its handling of the crisis, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu facing criticism for sacking his security chief, Ronen Bar. The move has sparked protests in Israel and raised concerns about the country’s division of powers.
A UN-backed group of human rights experts has accused Israel of “disproportionate violence against women and children” during the war in Gaza. The conflict has seen over 90% of Gaza’s population displaced, with vast destruction across the territory.
The situation remains dire, with the war showing no signs of ending.
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