Israeli occupation forces continued their offensive across the Gaza Strip on Thursday, carrying out intense artillery bombardment and aerial attacks, particularly in and around the southern city of Khan Younis, despite a ceasefire agreement that took effect on October 10.
Local eyewitnesses reported sustained heavy fire from Israeli military helicopters targeting eastern neighborhoods of Khan Younis early in the morning, followed by ongoing shelling from artillery units in the same areas. Ground forces also reportedly opened heavy fire toward southern districts of the city, intensifying fear and instability among residents.
The renewed hostilities in Khan Younis come amid continued violations of the ceasefire, which humanitarian advocates say has been repeatedly breached since its announcement. Earlier in the week, attacks in other parts of Gaza—including the Jabalia refugee camp in the north and areas near Rafah in the south—resulted in civilian deaths, including that of a child and a woman.
These ongoing hostilities have further deepened the humanitarian crisis affecting the densely populated enclave, where civilians continue to face widespread displacement, food and medical shortages, and the constant threat of violence.
