Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:44am on 18 Mar 2025,Tuesday International
Israel has launched extensive airstrikes across Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, resulting in over 100 fatalities, including children. The Israeli military stated the strikes targeted Hamas militants planting explosives. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorized the attacks, citing Hamas's repeated refusal to release Israeli hostages and stalled ceasefire negotiations. The recent escalation threatens the fragile truce established in January, which had temporarily halted a conflict that began in October 2023 after a Hamas cross-border attack. The war has led to significant casualties and displacement in Gaza. International mediators are working to prevent further violence and address the humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the ongoing blockade limiting essential supplies to Gaza.
