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Gaza Conflict: Humanitarian Crisis and Ceasefire Uncertainty
Israel faces a US deadline to increase aid to Gaza amid heavy fighting that has caused a humanitarian crisis and high death tolls on both sides. Ceasefire prospects appear uncertain.
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UnrwaIsraeli MilitaryHamasKamal Adwan HospitalU.s. Administration
Hussam Abu SafiyaWaleed AweidaJoe BidenBenjamin NetanyahuBezalel Smotrich
- What is the reported Palestinian and Israeli death toll from the recent fighting?
- At least 37 Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes overnight, including 10 in a single house in Beit Hanoun. Four Israeli soldiers were also killed in northern Gaza.
- What is the international response and the overall effectiveness of aid delivery into Gaza?
- Israel opened a fifth crossing into Gaza to improve aid delivery, but the effort falls short of what is needed to alleviate the humanitarian crisis. International aid groups are concerned that the situation remains dire.
- What are the prospects for a ceasefire, and how has this conflict affected U.S.-Israel relations?
- The prospects for a ceasefire remain uncertain, with the imminent return of Donald Trump potentially emboldening hardliners in the Israeli government. Relations between the U.S. and Israel have been strained due to the high civilian casualty count in Gaza.
- What actions did the Israeli military take in response to the humanitarian crisis in northern Gaza?
- The Israeli military delivered food to cut-off areas in northern Gaza amid ongoing fighting and a U.S. deadline for increased aid. Failure to meet the deadline could result in cuts to military assistance from the U.S.
- What are the accusations surrounding land clearing in northern Gaza, and what are the responses from both sides?
- Palestinians accuse Israel of clearing land in northern Gaza for a buffer zone, potentially for the return of Jewish settlers, while Israel denies such intentions. However, some hardliners in the Israeli government have openly discussed annexing parts of the West Bank.