Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed eight people on Thursday, including civilians and a militant, health officials and the military said. Medics reported two were killed in Gaza City’s Tuffah neighbourhood, while drone strikes in southern Gaza killed five at police checkpoints. The Israeli military said one fighter was killed after crossing into an area still controlled by Israel, a violation of the ceasefire.
The US-brokered truce between Israel and Hamas began in October 2025, following a 2023 war triggered by a Hamas attack on southern Israel. Since then, Israeli fire has killed over 600 people, while Hamas has killed four Israeli soldiers. Both sides accuse each other of violating the ceasefire.
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Gaza has been devastated by the ongoing conflict, with the health ministry reporting more than 72,/000 deaths since October 2023, most of them civilians. The territory remains heavily damaged, and humanitarian conditions are dire. The latest airstrikes highlight the fragile nature of the truce and continued tensions in the region.
Earlier this year, the truce moved into a second phase, which involves Israel withdrawing troops further and Hamas yielding control of the territory’s administration. Analysts say violations could undermine the fragile agreement and risk reigniting widespread violence.
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The international community continues to monitor developments closely, urging both sides to respect the ceasefire and prevent further civilian casualties. Observers warn that ongoing attacks risk destabilizing the region and jeopardizing diplomatic efforts to maintain peace.