Dozens Killed in Gaza as Israeli Strikes Intensify and Ceasefire Talks Resume

Israeli airstrikes have escalated in Gaza, killing civilians and targeting infrastructure, while negotiations for a potential ceasefire are underway in Qatar.

At least 71 Palestinians were killed in Gaza over the past 24 hours, including women, children, and journalists, as Israeli airstrikes targeted densely populated areas and critical infrastructure.
Israeli forces have intensified their military campaign in northern Gaza, citing efforts to dismantle Hamas operations, while ground forces advanced in central Gaza following a tank attack by Hamas.
The ongoing conflict, now in its 15th month, has resulted in over 45,500 Palestinian deaths and displaced 90% of Gaza's 2.3 million residents, creating a severe humanitarian crisis.
An Israeli delegation, including Mossad and military officials, is in Qatar for renewed ceasefire negotiations, though analysts express skepticism about significant progress being made.
The war began after Hamas-led attacks in October 2023 killed 1,200 people in Israel and took 250 hostages, with approximately 100 captives still in Gaza, many feared dead.