Israeli forces launch new attacks across Gaza, breaching ceasefire

Israeli military forces carried out a series of attacks across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, breaking the terms of a truce that has nominally held since last October. Witnesses and correspondents reported airstrikes, controlled demolitions, and sustained gunfire from multiple directions, signaling a significant escalation.

Reports of widespread assault

According to eyewitness accounts, Israeli warplanes struck locations east of Gaza City and in the central region near Deir al-Balah. Simultaneously, powerful explosions rocked northern Gaza as Israeli engineering units demolished buildings east of the Sheikh Zayed area. Gunfire was reported from Israeli naval vessels off the coast of Gaza City, attack helicopters in the east, and ground vehicles operating in the territory. In the south, military vehicles fired heavily toward eastern neighborhoods of Khan Younis.

Ongoing occupation and humanitarian crisis

These new ceasefire violations occur as the Israeli army maintains control over more than half of the Palestinian enclave, including southern and eastern buffer zones and large northern areas. The already dire humanitarian situation persists, with Israel continuing to severely restrict the entry of essential food, medical supplies, and shelter materials for Gaza's 2.4 million residents.

Mounting toll from the conflict

Since the ceasefire period began, Israeli attacks have killed hundreds of Palestinians and wounded over a thousand more. The broader military campaign, which started on October 8, 2023, has resulted in catastrophic loss of life and infrastructure. Palestinian health authorities report more than 71,000 killed and 171,000 wounded, predominantly women and children, with nearly 90% of civilian infrastructure destroyed. The United Nations estimates reconstruction costs at approximately $70 billion. Türkiye, alongside the international community, continues to call for a permanent ceasefire and full accountability for the devastation.