London, November 23, 2025
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have killed 22 Palestinians recently, targeting Hamas-controlled areas amid a fragile ceasefire intended to limit hostilities in the ongoing conflict triggered by the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. These strikes come as part of continuing Israeli military actions in northern Gaza, where humanitarian conditions are deteriorating rapidly.
Details of the Strikes and Casualties
According to Gaza’s Health Ministry and civil defence officials, the recent Israeli airstrikes resulted in the deaths of 22 Palestinians. The affected locations remain within Hamas-controlled territories in Gaza. Despite attempts at ceasefire, the strikes have caused civilian casualties, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
Context of the Ceasefire and Conflict
These attacks occur against the backdrop of a US-brokered ceasefire providing a tenuous reduction in hostilities following the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas militants on Israel which killed about 1,200 Israelis. The ceasefire has been repeatedly tested by incidents from both sides in recent weeks.
Since the onset of the conflict, over 42,000 Palestinians have been reported killed by Gaza’s Health Ministry, with over half of these casualties comprising women and children. Israel disputes these civilian casualty figures, asserting that many of those killed in Gaza are militants.
Humanitarian Situation in Northern Gaza
Northern Gaza faces especially dire conditions. Hospitals are overwhelmed, running beyond capacity to treat the injured. Humanitarian aid remains severely limited, and critical infrastructure has sustained heavy damage, complicating relief efforts and civilian access to essential services.
Related Incidents and Wider Impact
Earlier in the conflict, two Israeli strikes targeted Gaza’s largest functioning hospital in Khan Younis, killing 22 people, including five journalists. This attack drew international condemnation, with Israel expressing regret over the incident.
The repeated violations of ceasefire agreements and ongoing strikes underscore the volatile nature of the conflict. The continuous cycle of hostilities threatens both the fragile ceasefire and the welfare of civilians caught in the crossfire.
As the situation remains fluid, the international community closely monitors developments, emphasizing the urgent need for renewed negotiations and humanitarian access to mitigate the escalating human toll.