A live update reports that Israeli PM Netanyahu has ordered powerful strikes on Gaza with immediate effect.

He called the matter a serious sense of urgency, adding how he’s been left with no choice but to do this because, apparently, Hamas violated the ceasefire deal that was laid down by Trump for peace in the Middle East.

As per the latest update, Israel’s military action is a direct reply to alleged ceasefire violations. Meanwhile, the Gaza Government Media Office accused Israel of committing 125 violations of this ceasefire since its inception on October 10, including the killing of 94 Palestinians.

The report also noted that the attack in Gaza took the lives of two people. These developments come as tensions remain extremely high, and the live blog underscores how fragile the ceasefire is at this moment in time. Tensions remain very high right now, and many fear that peace in the Middle East is no longer possible after such an escalated action of violence.

War-time casualties, back-and-forth diplomatic actions, and the breakdown of the agreement all feature in this rapid escalation, sources shared.

Many have called out Israel for refusing to open up the Rafah border crossing, with restrictions placed on aid passing into Gaza.