Violence Continues in Gaza as Ramadan Begins Without Ceasefire

Ceasefire talks stall amid Hamas's demands for IDF withdrawal and Israel's refusal, leaving the region on edge.

The Muslim holy month of Ramadan begins without a ceasefire in Gaza, as violence between Israel and Hamas continues with no sign of abating.
Talks for a ceasefire have stalled, with both sides holding firm on their demands. Hamas seeks a permanent cessation of fighting and a complete IDF exit from Gaza, while Israel and the US consider these demands non-starters.
The situation in Gaza is dire, with a growing risk of famine adding to the death toll, which has already surpassed 31,000. The US has pledged to build a pier for aid delivery, but the construction could take two months.
The al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, a significant flashpoint, sees heightened security measures as Palestinians prepare for Ramadan amid the conflict. Clashes at the mosque compound have historically sparked wider violence.
International pressure and Israeli caution have so far prevented a full IDF incursion into Rafah, the last major Hamas stronghold in Gaza. However, tensions remain high, with the possibility of an invasion still looming.