Summary
Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on southern Gaza early Friday morning, despite a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel that was supposed to take effect. The attacks occurred around 5:45 a.m. local time in Khan Younis, with reports of artillery shelling and gunfire also heard in Gaza City. The Israeli government had agreed to ceasefire terms, but it is unclear if the military received orders to stop fighting.
Key Facts
- Israeli airstrikes hit southern Gaza after a ceasefire was supposed to begin.
- Strikes were reported in Khan Younis at approximately 5:45 a.m. local time.
- Artillery shelling and gunfire were also reported in Gaza City neighborhoods.
- A Reuters video captured an explosion and smoke over Gaza at 5:55 a.m.
- The ceasefire was intended to end a two-year conflict between Hamas and Israel.
- It is unknown if Israeli Prime Minister’s office ordered the military to cease operations.
- News agencies like CNN and BBC reported on these events.
- Newsweek attempted to confirm the reports but could not independently verify them.
