Palestine weekly wrap: Israel presses deeper into Gaza as Cairo talks begin
Summary
Recent fighting in Gaza has continued despite a ceasefire agreement signed eight months ago. Israeli forces have expanded control deeper into Gaza, demolishing homes and killing civilians. Palestinian groups met in Cairo to discuss advancing the ceasefire terms as violence escalates in Gaza and the West Bank.Key Facts
- The Gaza ceasefire agreement has been weakly enforced for eight months.
- Israel is extending its control deeper into Gaza by building earth barriers and demolishing homes.
- Gaza’s Ministry of Health reports over 970 deaths since the ceasefire began.
- Israeli strikes have hit displaced families living in tents and crowded apartments.
- Palestinian factions met in Cairo to push the ceasefire beyond its initial phase.
- Israeli forces sealed Gaza’s last open crossings after an exchange of fire with Iran but planned to reopen them soon.
- In the West Bank, Israeli settler violence, land seizures, and military raids have increased.
- Satellite images show Israel may control about 70% of Gaza soon, per Israeli research analysis.
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