Gaza: Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 14 Palestinians in Gaza, including women and children, as the military escalates attacks in the region.
Humanitarian workers were also targeted, with one staff member from the World Central Kitchen (WCK) killed and six others wounded. Simultaneously, Israeli forces launched air raids on southern Lebanon, striking Yahmor and Mount Rihan, while artillery bombardments hit multiple Lebanese towns.
The strikes took place on March 28, 2025, following the collapse of the Gaza ceasefire on March 18. In Gaza City’s heavily bombed Zeitoun neighborhood, civil defense teams recovered six bodies, adding to the rising death toll.
Since the ceasefire was broken, at least 855 Palestinians have been killed, with nearly 1,900 injured. Reports indicate that Israel also used white phosphorus munitions in Lebanon, causing fires in residential areas, raising further concerns over violations of international law.
Israel claims its attacks in Lebanon were in response to rocket fire, though Hezbollah has denied involvement. The group reaffirmed its commitment to the ceasefire that had been in place since November 27, 2024. Meanwhile, within Israel, tensions are growing as tens of thousands of army reservists reportedly refuse to serve, protesting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war. Many fear the ongoing offensive is endangering Israeli captives held in Gaza, adding pressure on the government.
In a diplomatic push, Egyptian mediators have arrived in Qatar for ceasefire talks, with reports suggesting that Israel is considering a new truce proposal. However, Palestinian officials demand a more permanent resolution rather than another temporary pause in hostilities.
As the conflict intensifies, humanitarian conditions in Gaza continue to deteriorate. The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) warns of an escalating health crisis, citing massive waste accumulation, outbreaks of infectious diseases, and a severe shortage of medical supplies. With no immediate resolution in sight, the region remains on edge, bracing for further escalation.
