Israel Resumes Extensive Airstrikes in Gaza Following Ceasefire Breakdown

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have resumed extensive airstrikes in Gaza following the breakdown of a ceasefire, targeting Hamas after the group rejected proposals for a hostage deal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the military actions aim to achieve specific war goals, including the release of all hostages. The strikes have been reported in multiple regions, including Khan Younis and Bureij, with the IDF claiming to target militants involved in planting explosives. Casualties have resulted from these strikes, which also extended to Syria and Lebanon, with reports of deaths and injuries among civilians and militants alike. The IDF emphasized that its operations are necessary for national security, especially in light of threats posed by military assets in southern Syria. This escalation marks a significant increase in military activity after a period of relative calm following the previous ceasefire in January.