Latest Strike Highlights Ongoing Violence as Both Sides Accuse Each Other of Violating Truce. An Israeli airstrike killed three Palestinians, including a child, in central Gaza on Monday, according to Gaza’s health ministry, underscoring the continued fragility of the ceasefire that has officially been in place since October 2025. The strike took place in the city of Deir al-Balah, where Israeli forces said they had carried out an operation but did not immediately provide details about the target.
The latest incident adds to a growing number of casualties reported in recent days, with Gaza health officials saying twelve Palestinians, including four children, have been killed since Saturday despite the ceasefire agreement.
Strike Hits Central Gaza
According to Gaza’s health ministry, the airstrike occurred during the morning in Deir al-Balah, killing three people, including a child, and injuring several others.
The Israeli military confirmed conducting an airstrike in the area but did not disclose further operational details or identify the intended target.
Ceasefire Faces Continued Violations
Although a US-mediated ceasefire has officially been in effect since October 2025, violence has continued across the Gaza Strip.
Israel says it has carried out targeted strikes against militants who pose threats to its forces or were involved in the October 7, 2023 attacks, while Palestinian officials accuse Israel of repeatedly violating the truce through continued military operations.
Casualties Continue to Rise
Health authorities in Gaza report that more than 1,045 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire began, including hundreds of women and children.
Israeli officials have also reported military casualties during the same period, with both sides accusing each other of breaching the agreement.
Israeli Military Targets Militants
On Sunday, the Israeli military announced it had killed a member of the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad, alleging the individual participated in the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel.
Israeli officials maintain that military operations are directed at armed groups rather than civilians, while Palestinian authorities continue to express concern over civilian casualties resulting from the strikes.
Humanitarian Situation Remains Fragile
The continued violence has further complicated humanitarian conditions in Gaza, where thousands of displaced families remain dependent on aid and basic services.
International organizations have repeatedly urged all parties to uphold the ceasefire, protect civilians and allow uninterrupted humanitarian assistance to reach affected communities.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue
Despite ongoing clashes, mediators continue working to preserve the ceasefire and prevent a wider escalation.
Diplomatic efforts remain focused on reducing violence, securing humanitarian access and encouraging both sides to adhere to the terms of the truce as regional tensions persist.
