Israel Resumes Gaza Airstrikes Halts Aid Amid Ceasefire Breach

Israel resumed humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza after temporarily halting them due to Hamas attacks on Israeli forces that killed two soldiers, marking a serious test of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire that began on October 10. The Israeli military responded with airstrikes targeting Hamas positions, including tunnels and weapons depots, killing at least 18 Palestinians, while Hamas maintained its commitment to the ceasefire and denied involvement in recent clashes. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a forceful response to these violations but later, under pressure from the Trump administration, agreed to reopen aid crossings, with conditions tied to the return of hostages by Hamas. Despite the escalation and temporary suspension of aid, Israeli officials expressed a desire to maintain the ceasefire, and a Hamas delegation engaged with mediators in Cairo to discuss its implementation. The situation remains fragile, with continued accusations of ceasefire breaches and concerns over the potential collapse of peace efforts in Gaza. The reopening of aid and diplomatic engagement highlight ongoing international efforts to stabilize the region amid renewed violence.