Israel Kills Six Palestinians in Gaza Airstrikes Despite Trump’s Call to Halt Bombing

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of six Palestinians, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's call for an immediate halt to the bombings.

The strikes targeted areas in Gaza City and Khan Younis, killing four people in a house and two in another location.

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This military action comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced preparations to implement the first phase of Trump's Gaza peace plan, which involves the release of Israeli hostages following Hamas' response.

The conflict, which began after Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack, has led to over 66,000 Palestinian deaths, mostly civilians, amid severe humanitarian conditions.

President Trump has positioned himself as a key mediator in the Gaza conflict, urging Israel to stop its bombings to facilitate the safe release of hostages.

Trump's peace plan includes a 20-point proposal and has been met with mixed reactions.

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While Hamas has agreed to release hostages and accept parts of the plan, they have not agreed to disarm or accept a staged Israeli withdrawal.

The plan has also faced criticism for isolating Gaza from the broader Palestinian cause, with Hamas rejecting external control over Palestinians.

The Israeli military's actions in Gaza have been met with international criticism.

“Israeli political leadership has instructed the army to reduce offensive operations in Gaza following US President Donald Trump's call for Israel to "immediately" stop bombing Gaza”

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A UN inquiry and human rights experts have accused Israel of genocide.

Despite these accusations, Israel continues its offensive, citing self-defense.

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is severe, with aid restrictions causing famine conditions.

The international community, including Qatar and Egypt, is actively mediating to achieve a ceasefire.

However, the situation remains dire for the Palestinian population.

The domestic pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is mounting, with hostage families demanding negotiations and a war-weary public calling for an end to the genocide.

Hardline members of Israel's coalition, however, oppose scaling back military operations, insisting on continued military action.

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This internal conflict within Israel's political landscape complicates the implementation of Trump's peace plan and the potential for a ceasefire.