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Gaza: 12 Dead in Recent Israeli Strikes

Published February 16, 2026, 09:16
Gaza: 12 Dead in Recent Israeli Strikes

Yesterday, Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people, according to the region's civil defense. Israel justifies the attacks as a response to violations of the ceasefire, which has been in effect since October 10th, following two years of war. The strikes hit displaced persons' tents in Jabalya and areas in Khan Yunis, Gaza City, and Beit Lahiya. Hamas accuses Israel of continuing to violate the truce, while Israel claims the strikes occurred after detecting "armed militants" emerging from underground facilities. The situation is worsening, with hospitals confirming the death toll and residents expressing frustration over the ongoing violence. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump is calling for the "full and immediate" disarmament of Hamas, as part of the second phase of the American plan to resolve the conflict. The plan envisions a gradual withdrawal of Israeli troops, the disarmament of Hamas, the deployment of an international stabilization force, and the reconstruction of Gaza. However, Hamas rejects the possibility of disarmament, while the Israeli army continues to occupy more than half of the enclave. The situation remains unstable, with continued exchanges of fire and doubts about the success of the American plan.