Gaza: Death toll rises as ceasefire expires

In a grim turn of events, the expiration of the humanitarian truce on Friday morning has led to a surge in casualties in the Gaza Strip.

The Gaza health ministry has confirmed that the number of Palestinians killed has now reached 240, with an additional 589 people sustaining injuries.

The ceasefire, which marked a temporary halt in hostilities between Hamas and Tel Aviv, concluded on Friday morning without any reported breakthroughs or progress in peace talks.

This development unfolded as the Israeli Occupation’s aggressive campaign against the Gaza Strip entered its 57th day, coinciding with the termination of the humanitarian truce.

Following the cessation, Tel Aviv wasted no time in resuming military operations in the region. Airstrikes were initiated across various parts of Gaza, resulting in a tragic toll on human lives and numerous injuries.

The lack of indications for extending the ceasefire has intensified the gravity of the situation, plunging the region back into the throes of conflict.

As both sides remain entrenched in their positions, the resumption of hostilities casts a shadow over hopes for a lasting peace in the region.

The international community watches closely as the cycle of violence and tragedy persists, with no immediate resolution in sight.