Hamas Claims Israeli Airstrike Violated Ceasefire in Deir al-Balah

Hamas stated on Thursday that an Israeli airstrike targeted the home of the al-Houli family in Deir al-Balah, located in the central Gaza Strip, leading to the deaths of several Palestinians.

The group characterized this incident as a serious violation of the ceasefire agreement between the two sides, citing ongoing attacks as evidence of continued hostilities.

In its statement, Hamas called for the Israeli authorities to fully adhere to the ceasefire terms, which include progressing to the next phase aimed at halting violence and alleviating the humanitarian crisis affecting civilians.

This recent escalation underscores the precarious nature of the current ceasefire arrangements and raises concerns about the potential breakdown of the agreement, particularly given the severe humanitarian challenges faced by Gaza's residents.