Four Palestinians, including an eight-year-old boy, were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Monday (8 June), according to local health officials, as mediators continued efforts to preserve a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Medics said two people were killed when an Israeli strike hit near a tent encampment in the Mawasi area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza.
In northern Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp, an air strike near a group of people digging a well killed two more people, including a child, and wounded several others.
The Israeli military did not immediately comment on the reported attacks.
The latest deaths come as residents report that Israeli forces are expanding areas under their control in parts of southern Gaza.
Witnesses in eastern Khan Younis and northern Rafah said new military markers and concrete barriers have appeared in recent days, extending what is known as the "Yellow Zone" closer to tent camps and displacement centres.
In Bani Suheila, east of Khan Younis, some displaced families said Israeli tanks could now be seen from their tents.
For many of Gaza's two million residents, daily life remains defined by uncertainty. Much of the population is now concentrated in a narrow coastal area, living in temporary shelters or damaged buildings after nearly two years of war.
On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had instructed the military to expand its control over Gaza and take hold of around 70% of the territory.
"We are not allowing them to arm themselves or harm us, and we are also eliminating their senior commanders," Netanyahu said.
According to Palestinian health officials, more than 950 people have been killed in Israeli strikes since the ceasefire took effect. Israel says four of its soldiers have been killed by militants during the same period.
Meanwhile, mediators in Cairo are continuing negotiations aimed at preserving the ceasefire and moving towards a broader agreement.
Leaders from Hamas and other Palestinian factions have told mediators that Israel must halt attacks before discussions can move to a second phase of the deal. They are also demanding increased aid deliveries and a withdrawal of Israeli forces to positions agreed under the original ceasefire framework.
A Hamas official said no progress had been made on those demands.
"Israel refuses to end attacks on civilians in Gaza, allow 600 trucks of aid and goods into Gaza as agreed and it continues to occupy more land every day," the official said.
No agreement has yet been reached on a wider U.S.-backed plan that would see Israeli troops withdraw, Hamas disarm and Gaza begin reconstruction.
Despite the ongoing talks, the latest violence underlines how fragile the ceasefire remains and how far both sides are from reaching a lasting settlement.
Rescue teams raced on Sunday to find more survivors of the two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela this week, with signs of life bringing occas...
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to 'stand down' and resume technical talks, allowing vessels allowed to move freely under the interim peace deal, a U....
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 29 June, covering the latest developments you need to know....
China added 20 Japanese entities to its export control list for dual-use items on Monday, preventing Chinese firms from selling to them without prior ...
The United States government has urged migrants living under temporary protected status (TPS) to seek permanent residency or prepare to return to thei...
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to 'stand down' and resume technical talks, allowing vessels allowed to move freely under the interim peace deal, a U.S. official said.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 29 June, covering the latest developments you need to know.
The United States government has urged migrants living under temporary protected status (TPS) to seek permanent residency or prepare to return to their home countries, signalling a tougher approach to immigration policy.
Britain will abandon plans to replace its ageing fleet of destroyers with a next-generation warship and instead procure at least six new “Common Combat Vessels”, the Ministry of Defence has announced.
France said on Saturday it was considering taking reciprocal measures after Burkina Faso broke off diplomatic relations.
Japan remained on high alert Saturday as Typhoon Mekkhala approached the eastern coast after Typhoon Higos weakened into a tropical depression. Authorities warned of continued heavy rain, flooding, and landslides, according to media reports.
A tanker reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, Britain's maritime security agency said, after the United States and Iran each launched strikes in the worst escalation since they signed their interim peace deal.
Iran had a stoppage-time goal disallowed as they drew 1-1 with Egypt in their final Group G match at Seattle Stadium on Friday.
Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has accused World Cup co-host the United States of treating his team "very unfairly", saying logistical restrictions have disrupted the team's tournament.
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to 'stand down' and resume technical talks, allowing vessels allowed to move freely under the interim peace deal, a U.S. official said.
The United States and Iran have agreed to halt strikes against each other, in a potential breakthrough after weeks of escalating tensions. The two sides are expected to meet in Doha on Tuesday to address their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz.
Fourteen people were killed on Sunday after a helicopter belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, according to Saudi state media.
Lebanon says Israeli air strikes and ground operations have damaged or destroyed historic landmarks across the country's south, raising fears that parts of its cultural heritage have been lost forever.
Civilians were killed on both sides of the Russia-Ukraine border on Saturday as drone and artillery attacks continued despite no sign of a slowdown in the fighting.
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment