Israeli military claims strikes targeted militants transporting munitions, while Palestinian health officials report at least four deaths.
Israeli airstrikes killed at least four Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Thursday, according to Palestinian health officials.
In Khan Younis, located in southern Gaza, one person was killed and others were injured in a strike that targeted what Israel's military described as militants transporting munitions.
This incident highlights ongoing tensions as both Israel and Hamas accuse each other of ceasefire violations, with no formal mechanism in place for enforcing the current ceasefire established in October.
In Maghazi, located in central Gaza within the Deir Al-Balah area, three more Palestinians were killed, including a rescue worker, following another airstrike.
The Israeli military has not yet commented on this particular incident.
These events are part of a broader pattern since the US-brokered ceasefire went into effect in October, with Israel continuing to carry out strikes on Gaza amid allegations of ceasefire violations by both sides.
The impact of these airstrikes is deeply felt among the population; for instance, at Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, relatives mourned five victims, including three children, who were killed in a previous airstrike.
The situation has led many to express concerns about safety and the lack of protection in any area.
The human cost continues to rise with the death toll reaching 72,568 since October 7, 2023, and injuries numbering over 172,338.
In the past 24 hours alone, six more bodies and 18 injuries were reported.
Since the ceasefire on October 11, a total of 791 fatalities have been recorded, with over 2,235 injuries reported.
The infrastructure in Gaza remains severely damaged, with nearly four-fifths of buildings destroyed by two years of Israeli bombardment.
The cost of rehabilitation is estimated at around $70 billion according to global institutions.
Furthermore, the ongoing crisis has highlighted challenges in rescue and debris removal operations due to a lack of essential equipment.
Efforts towards reconstruction and support for Gaza have also been explored, with representatives from US President
Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace' holding discussions with DP World regarding managing supply chains and infrastructure projects.