TEL AVIV: The Israeli cabinet will meet Friday morning to vote on a ceasefire and hostage release deal. The meeting was postponed from its initial Thursday date due to unresolved issues in negotiations.
Resolution of Negotiation Hurdles
The prime minister’s office announced that delays stemmed from last-minute obstacles in talks held in Doha. However, the decision to hold Friday’s meeting signals that those issues are now resolved.
Commitment to a Finalized Deal
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office previously emphasized that the cabinet would meet only after resolving all negotiation challenges.
Dozens Killed in Gaza
The Gaza Civil Defense reported significant destruction across multiple residential areas early Wednesday.
In Sheikh Radwan, a residential block was bombed, killing 20 people, while another strike claimed 15 lives nearby.
Many victims were buried under rubble, and rescue workers worked tirelessly to free the trapped individuals.
Residential Neighborhoods Turned Into Rubble
A devastating strike in Al-Rimal killed five people and injured 10 others after a home collapsed from the attack.
In the central Al-Daraj area, five more people died when another residential block was bombed, authorities confirmed.
Video footage revealed bodies under collapsed buildings and rescuers carrying injured children for emergency treatment.
Some children were seen receiving medical care on hospital gurneys amidst widespread devastation.
Hospitals Struggle to Cope with Casualties
The Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital complex in Gaza City admitted dozens of casualties from the ongoing bombardments.
Dr. Fadel Naim, the hospital director, said that upcoming hours will remain extremely “violent and painful” for residents.
Despite the ceasefire deal, Gaza civilians face escalating attacks as uncertainty surrounds their safety and future.
The airstrikes have pushed healthcare facilities to their limits, responding to growing numbers of injured civilians.
