Israeli Airstrikes in Gaza Kill 9, Ceasefire Efforts Falter

POLICY WIRE — Jerusalem, Israel — Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the deaths of at least nine Palestinians, marking a second consecutive day of hostilities. The strikes come despite a recent announcement by US President Donald Trump regarding a breakthrough in efforts to implement last year’s ceasefire agreement.

Israeli Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated on Sunday that there’s currently no agreement to halt the attacks on Gaza. Cohen, a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet, emphasized the necessity for Israel, which already controls 70 percent of the Strip, to take full control.

“There’s no deal to stop the attacks,” Cohen said. “Israel needs to assert full control over Gaza.”

The ongoing violence underscores the fragile nature of ceasefire agreements in the region and the persistent challenges in achieving lasting peace. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, urging both sides to engage in dialogue and de-escalate tensions.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)