Israeli Strikes in Gaza Kill Dozens as Hostage Crisis and Protests Escalate

Netanyahu intensifies military operations during Eid al-Fitr, rejecting ceasefire proposals while facing mounting criticism over hostage negotiations.

Israeli airstrikes during Eid al-Fitr celebrations killed at least 35 Palestinians, including medical workers, and destroyed rescue vehicles, which the Palestinian Red Crescent has condemned as a potential war crime.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed demands for Hamas to disarm and release all hostages, rejecting a proposal from Hamas to release five captives and four bodies.
Protests in Israel have grown, with families of hostages accusing Netanyahu of prioritizing military pressure over securing their loved ones' safe return.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, with severe food shortages and halted aid deliveries leaving families struggling to find basic necessities.
Israel has launched a ground campaign in Rafah following the collapse of a ceasefire on March 18, further escalating the conflict and complicating ceasefire negotiations.

Jewish Telegraphic Agency