Israeli forces conduct strikes across Gaza following ceasefire tensions

Israeli military forces, supported by the Shin Bet intelligence agency, launched a series of targeted strikes across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours. The operations focused on Hamas infrastructure, including a command center in the Daraj Tuffah neighborhood of Gaza City, a rocket launch site in Al-Furqan, and three weapons depots containing explosives and small arms. Additionally, health officials reported that an Israeli strike in southern Gaza resulted in at least two more fatalities on Monday. These actions come amid an escalating cycle of violence, with Gaza-based health authorities stating that at least six Palestinians were killed and 28 injured during the weekend, bringing the total death toll since the October 2025 ceasefire to approximately 1,488. Israel reports that four of its soldiers have been killed during this same timeframe.

The military states these operations are necessary to prevent Hamas from rebuilding its military capabilities, which Israel characterizes as a violation of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement. Conversely, Hamas denies these allegations and accuses Israel of systematically undermining the peace deal. Despite the ceasefire intended to facilitate the reconstruction of Gaza, progress remains stalled, with disputes persisting over the terms for Hamas disarmament and the withdrawal of Israeli troops. Both sides maintain that they will continue their current strategic postures as the humanitarian situation in the territory remains critical.