Israeli Forces Breach Ceasefire Deal, Kill at Least 7 Palestinians in Gaza

BREAKING NEWS Israeli Government Breaches Ceasefire Deal, Kills at Least Seven Palestinians TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - OCTOBER 17, 2025 - The Israeli government has broken with the terms of the ceasefire agreement reached in Egypt on Monday, killing at least seven Palestinians and restricting humanitarian aid to Gaza. According to eyewitnesses, two Israeli strikes were carried out in the early hours of Tuesday morning, targeting areas in Khan Younis. The victims, all civilians, were returning to their homes after months of displacement due to the war. The Israeli military confirmed the strikes but attributed them to "self-defense." The Israeli government also announced that it would limit deliveries of humanitarian aid into Gaza to 150 trucks daily, down from 300 agreed upon in the ceasefire deal. COGAT, the military unit responsible for controlling shipments, informed aid groups of the decision. The Rafah crossing along the border with Egypt remains closed, despite being a key entry point for aid and essential supplies. The Israeli government cited "security concerns" as the reason for keeping the crossing shut. The ceasefire agreement was reached on Monday at an Egyptian peace summit attended by leaders from European and Arab nations, including President Donald Trump. The deal stipulated that Israel would halt all military operations and allow a significant increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza. In response to the Israeli government's actions, Hamas has condemned the breach of the ceasefire agreement and vowed to take "necessary measures" to protect its people. Palestinian officials have also expressed outrage at the decision to restrict aid deliveries. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with diplomats from European and Arab nations urging Israel to respect the terms of the ceasefire deal. The United States has issued a statement calling for calm and restraint on all sides. As tensions escalate in Gaza, humanitarian organizations are warning of a looming crisis due to the restricted aid flow. The UN has expressed concern over the potential consequences of the Israeli government's actions and is working to ensure that essential supplies reach those in need. The situation remains volatile, with both Israel and Hamas trading accusations and threats. The international community will be watching closely as the situation develops further. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Theintercept reporting.*