Gaza Death Toll Rises Amid Ceasefire Agreement

Since the announcement of a ceasefire deal, over 100 Palestinians have been killed and more than 264 injured due to ongoing Israeli strikes in Gaza, according to local civil defense reports. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed negotiations for a hostage release agreement but faced delays due to changes proposed by Hamas. Concurrently, a BBC analysis revealed that the Israeli military has struck a designated 'humanitarian zone' in Gaza 97 times since May, resulting in at least 550 Palestinian deaths, despite the area being intended for civilian safety. Israeli forces claim to target Hamas fighters, but humanitarian groups and residents report frequent civilian casualties. The situation remains dire as heavy bombardments continue, raising fears among displaced individuals who were told to seek refuge in the supposedly safe zone. As negotiations for a lasting ceasefire continue, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens with limited access to aid and basic necessities.