Intensified Israeli airstrikes in eastern Gaza City killed at least 11 people overnight, witnesses and medical sources confirmed Tuesday, casting further doubt on U.S.-backed efforts to broker a truce. The violence unfolded as Hamas political leader Khalil Al-Hayya arrived in Cairo for urgent talks aimed at reviving stalled negotiations.
Diplomatic efforts remain gridlocked after July's failed round of Qatar-mediated discussions, with both sides refusing to accept responsibility for the collapse of a proposed 60-day ceasefire and hostage exchange deal. Analysts warn the impasse risks prolonging what the UN calls "catastrophic" food shortages affecting over 500,000 Gazans.
"The window for preventing mass starvation is closing faster than the political solutions are advancing," said Middle East analyst Rana Fawaz, noting humanitarian corridors remain blocked despite international pressure. With military operations continuing near critical infrastructure, relief organizations report dwindling medical supplies and fuel reserves across the territory.
