Gaza City(The COW News Digital) Despite an ongoing ceasefire, Israeli attacks in Gaza continue, with a missile strike on a tent settlement in Khan Yunis killing five Palestinians, including two children, and injuring 32 others. Both sides have accused each other of violating the truce.
According to international media reports, the attack occurred on Thursday morning in southern Gaza, igniting fires in a tent community. Local residents rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames and prevent further destruction of homes.
Medical officials at Al-Qawaiti Hospital confirmed that five bodies were brought in, two of whom were children. Authorities are providing emergency care to the injured, with some reported to be in critical condition.
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The Israeli military claimed that the strike targeted a Hamas militant in Khan Yunis. In contrast, Hamas condemned the attack as a “blatant violation” of the ceasefire agreement and warned that Israel would bear full responsibility for its consequences.
Reports indicate that since the ceasefire came into effect on October 10, over 350 Palestinians have been killed in various attacks in Gaza. While there has been a slight reduction in violence following the truce, Israeli air and ground operations continue intermittently, sustaining tension and fear in the region.
The situation in Khan Yunis highlights the fragile nature of the ceasefire, as both sides continue to accuse each other of breaches. Humanitarian organizations have expressed concern over the growing number of civilian casualties and the psychological toll on displaced families living in temporary shelters.
International observers have repeatedly called for both Israel and Hamas to respect the ceasefire to prevent further escalation. However, the recurring attacks underscore the challenges in maintaining lasting peace in the Gaza Strip.
Local authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant while relief efforts continue to assist affected families. Meanwhile, diplomatic channels are reportedly under pressure to reinforce the ceasefire and prevent a resurgence of full-scale conflict.
As the region grapples with ongoing insecurity, the latest incident in Khan Yunis serves as a grim reminder that the path to lasting peace remains fraught with obstacles, with civilians often bearing the heaviest burden.
