Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel will intensify its military actions against Hamas following a series of airstrikes across Gaza, signaling the potential collapse of a two-month ceasefire. Palestinian residents reported multiple Israeli airstrikes across Gaza, resulting in casualties as confirmed by the Hamas-run Health Ministry. The Israeli government stated that the military actions are in response to Hamas' refusal to release hostages and rejection of proposed solutions.

The recent bombings have shattered a fragile ceasefire that temporarily halted 15 months of conflict in Gaza and are considered the most intense since a truce mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and other parties was established in January. Hamas has warned of repercussions after the strikes, accusing Netanyahu of violating the ceasefire agreement. The situation indicates a resurgence in Middle East tensions, with the US intensifying strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen.

The airstrikes demonstrate Israel's determination to dismantle Hamas as both a ruling and military force, while Hamas aims for a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The Trump administration was informed about Israel's military actions in Gaza prior to the strikes, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.