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Israel's Airstrikes Surge, Over 1,700 Dead in Gaza Crisis

4/23/2025

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Israel's military ramped up airstrikes in Gaza, resulting in more than 1,700 fatalities since the ceasefire's breakdown. Health officials are sounding alarms over a looming humanitarian disaster, as a total blockade stifles vital supplies. Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, Hamas insists on a complete withdrawal of Israeli troops, deepening the crisis sparked by the October 2023 attack.

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Israel's military ramped up airstrikes in Gaza, resulting in more than 1,700 fatalities since the ceasefire's breakdown. Health officials are sounding alarms over a looming humanitarian disaster, as a total blockade stifles vital supplies. Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, Hamas insists on a complete withdrawal of Israeli troops, deepening the crisis sparked by the October 2023 attack.