The Palestinian death toll in Gaza has surpassed 73,000, according to local health officials, as Israel launched new airstrikes despite a ceasefire agreement. The latest strikes have drawn international concern and calls for restraint.
Renewed Violence Amid Stalled Peace Efforts
Despite a ceasefire that had been in place, Israeli airstrikes resumed over the weekend, hitting multiple locations in Gaza. The strikes killed at least a dozen people, including Shadi Abu Sweilem, whose funeral was held at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City. Relatives carried his body through the streets as mourners gathered.
The renewed violence comes as diplomatic efforts to extend the ceasefire have stalled. The death toll now stands at over 73,000 since the conflict escalated, with thousands more wounded and displaced.
International Reactions
The United Nations and several countries have urged both sides to return to the ceasefire and avoid further civilian casualties. Humanitarian organizations warn that the healthcare system in Gaza is overwhelmed, with hospitals struggling to treat the wounded.
Israel has stated that the strikes target militant infrastructure, but critics argue that the high civilian death toll indicates a disproportionate response. The situation remains volatile, with no clear path to a lasting peace.
