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Israel Strikes Gaza Despite Trump’s Halt Demand
Israel conducted air strikes and artillery shelling in Gaza City and other areas, even after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel to immediately stop bombing. Civil defence officials in Gaza reported dozens of attacks and damage to homes despite the call for a ceasefire.
Trump Appeals for Pause
Trump had called on Israel to suspend bombardments after Hamas expressed conditional acceptance of parts of a proposed peace agreement, including releasing hostages. However, the strikes persisted overnight, raising doubts about immediate compliance.
Casualties and Damage
Gaza’s civil defence spokesperson stated that about 20 homes were destroyed. Reports from local health agencies indicate multiple civilian deaths in the overnight strikes, including children. The Gaza health ministry has also updated its official toll, with over 67,000 Palestinian deaths since the conflict began.
Skepticism and Challenges
Observers note the gap between political statements and operational actions. Even as Israel’s military was instructed by leadership to reduce operations in Gaza City as part of preparing the first phase of Trump’s plan, ground reality shows continued hostilities. Implementation of any pause or truce may depend on communication stability, command control, and trust among all parties.
