Gaza airstrikes kill nine, injure civilians during ceasefire efforts

In the lead-up to a scheduled ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, violence continued in Gaza, resulting in numerous casualties. The al-Qidra family tragically lost two children, Adly and Sama, shortly before the ceasefire was set to begin, unaware that it had been delayed. Reports indicate that Israeli airstrikes and military operations persisted, with multiple civilian deaths, including nine Palestinians killed in various attacks on the morning of the anticipated ceasefire. The Israeli Occupation Forces claimed their operations targeted resistance fighters, while Palestinian factions condemned these actions as violations of the ceasefire agreement. In total, casualties have surged, with Gaza's health ministry reporting nearly 46,900 deaths since the conflict began in October 2023. This ongoing violence highlights the urgent humanitarian crisis faced by the Palestinian people amidst continued military aggression.