Overview

• Israeli military operations in Gaza have resumed since March 18, with over 830 Palestinians killed, adding to the 50,000+ deaths since October 2023.
• Hamas has warned that ongoing Israeli bombardments jeopardize the lives of 58 remaining hostages, threatening fatalities if forceful rescue attempts continue.
• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened further escalation, including potential territorial annexation, to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages.
• Protests in Gaza have emerged, with demonstrators criticizing Hamas governance and demanding an end to the war, despite crackdowns by Hamas security forces.
• Domestic opposition to Netanyahu grows in Israel, fueled by his handling of the conflict, the dismissal of the Shin Bet chief, and controversial judicial reforms.