Gaza remains embroiled in conflict as Israeli military operations continue despite a ceasefire agreement with Hamas that took effect on October 10, 2025. The Palestinian Health Ministry reported at least 33 fatalities from Wednesday's strikes across the Gaza Strip, with the UN Children's Agency confirming 67 Palestinian children killed since the truce began.
While the October ceasefire initially raised hopes for de-escalation, renewed violence has left humanitarian organizations scrambling to address mounting casualties and infrastructure damage. The current situation underscores the fragile nature of peace efforts in the region, with no clear path to sustained resolution emerging as of November 22, 2025.
Analysts note the latest developments complicate international mediation attempts led by Egypt and Qatar. The UN Security Council is expected to convene an emergency session this week to address what Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called "a catastrophic breach of humanitarian principles."
With communication networks frequently disrupted in Gaza, verification of ground conditions remains challenging. Residents report severe shortages of medical supplies and fuel, while Israel maintains its operations target Hamas military infrastructure specifically.
