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Israel continues Gaza strikes despite ceasefire, killing Palestinians

Created at 8 Aug · 7:41 AM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Despite a US-mediated ceasefire deal, Israeli forces have continued strikes in Gaza, demolishing structures and blocking aid entry. At least three Palestinians were killed in separate attacks in Khan Younis, with further shelling and drone strikes reported in Gaza City.

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Key Numbers

3Palestinians killed in Khan Younis attacks
420people killed since ceasefire signing
71,386Palestinians killed since October 2023
171,264Palestinians injured since October 2023

Who's Involved

Israeli military
Conducting strikes and demolishing infrastructure in Gaza
Palestinians
Victims of Israeli attacks and shelling
Al Jazeera
Reported medical sources and details of attacks
Doctors Without Borders (MSF)
Banned from operating in Gaza
Norwegian Refugee Council
Banned from operating in Gaza
Israel continues Gaza strikes despite ceasefire, killing Palestinians

↳ Why This Matters

The continued Israeli military actions in Gaza, despite a ceasefire, highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis and the challenges in achieving lasting peace. The blocking of aid and banning of aid groups exacerbate the suffering of the civilian population.

Key facts

  • Israeli forces continue to conduct airstrikes and demolish structures in Gaza.
  • At least three Palestinians were killed in separate Israeli attacks in Khan Younis.
  • The Israeli army claims to be targeting 'terrorist infrastructure' in northern Gaza.
  • Israel is blocking the entry of international humanitarian aid into Gaza.
  • Several international aid groups have been banned from operating in Gaza.
  • Over 420 people have been killed since the ceasefire was signed.

Despite a US-mediated ceasefire deal, Israeli forces continue to conduct airstrikes and demolish structures in Gaza, while also blocking the entry of aid. At least three Palestinians were killed on Sunday in separate Israeli attacks in Khan Younis, including a 15-year-old boy and a fisherman. Israeli fire also injured several people east of the Bureij refugee camp.

In Gaza City, Israeli forces continued to demolish homes and civilian infrastructure, with the army confirming the destruction of 'terrorist infrastructure above and below ground', including tunnels in Beit Lahiya. Israeli drones dropped explosives on several homes in eastern Gaza City, and the Shujayea and Zeitoun neighbourhoods were hit with artillery shelling.

Since the start of the war in October 2023, at least 71,386 Palestinians have been killed and 171,264 others injured, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health. More than 420 people have been killed since the ceasefire was signed less than three months ago. The Israeli military continues to block a significant amount of international humanitarian aid, despite claims of no shortage. Several prominent international aid groups, including Doctors Without Borders and the Norwegian Refugee Council, have been banned from operating in Gaza.

Frequently asked questions

Despite a US-mediated ceasefire, Israeli forces continue to conduct airstrikes and demolish structures in Gaza, leading to Palestinian casualties and blocking aid entry.

At least 420 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire was signed less than three months ago.

The Israeli army claims it is destroying 'terrorist infrastructure above and below ground', including tunnels.

Israel continues to block a large amount of international humanitarian aid, and has banned several prominent international aid groups from operating in Gaza.

What Happens Next

01Continued monitoring of aid entry and humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
02Further reports on the impact of Israeli military operations on civilian infrastructure and casualties.

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How It Developed

Israeli forces are demolishing structures in northern Gaza and blocking aid entry.
The Israeli army has launched attacks into areas outside its direct military control.
At least three Palestinians were killed in separate Israeli attacks in Khan Younis.
Israeli fire injured several people east of the Bureij refugee camp.
Israeli forces continued to demolish homes and civilian infrastructure in Gaza City.
The Israeli army confirmed destroying infrastructure in northern Gaza, claiming targets were 'terrorist infrastructure'.
Israeli drones dropped explosives on homes in eastern Gaza City.
The Shujayea and Zeitoun neighbourhoods of Gaza City were hit with artillery shelling.

Sources

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<a href='https://news.sky.com/video/israeli-airstrikes-continue-despite-months-of-ceasefire-in-gaza-13570862'>'They fooled us': Gazans on life under ceasefire</a>Sky News · World
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Israel launches deadly strikes in Gaza in new ceasefire violations ...aljazeera.com
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Airstrikes, shootings, hypothermia: The harsh reality of life in Gaza ...news.sky.com
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Airstrikes in Gaza continue despite ceasefire - Sky Newsnews.sky.com

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