The fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Palestine was dealt a severe blow on Saturday, March 15, 2025, as Israeli strikes killed nine people, including journalists, in northern Gaza.
The Israeli strikes Gaza attack has sparked widespread condemnation and outrage from the international community, with many leaders calling for an immediate end to the violence.
According to eyewitnesses, the Israeli military launched a series of airstrikes on the town of Beit Lahia, targeting a vehicle carrying journalists and humanitarian workers. The Gaza Health Ministry reported that nine people were killed in the attack, including several journalists and workers from the Al-Khair Charitable Organization.
The international community has been quick to condemn the attack, with many leaders calling for an immediate end to the violence. The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, expressed his “deep concern” over the escalation of violence in Gaza and called for “restraint and calm” from all parties.
Hamas, the Palestinian Islamist group that governs Gaza, has denounced the attack as a “horrific massacre” and a “blatant violation” of the ceasefire agreement. Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem said that the attack was a “clear indication” of Israel’s intention to escalate the conflict and undermine the ceasefire.
The Israeli military has claimed that the airstrikes were targeting “terrorists” operating in the area, but has provided no evidence to support this claim. The Israeli military has a history of targeting journalists and humanitarian workers in Gaza, and many have raised concerns about the military’s disregard for human life.