Live Blog Update| Israel's genocide in Gaza
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Morning update

16 January 2025 06:07 GMT

Good morning, Middle East Eye readers,

Despite a ceasefire deal being announced which is set to take force on January 19, Israel's bombardment of Gaza has picked up pace. Here are some of the latest updates on Israel's war on Gaza:

  • Relentless bombardment: Israeli air strikes have ravaged the Gaza Strip, even as mediators declared a ceasefire agreement had been reached. Over 40 Palestinians, including numerous children, have reportedly been killed in the latest wave of attacks.

  • Ceasefire uncertainty: The Israeli security cabinet is scheduled to vote on the ceasefire deal at 11am Thursday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office refrains from confirming any details, accusing Hamas of reneging on prior agreements by making demands about which Palestinian prisoners should be exchanged for Israeli captives.

  • Desperate humanitarian situation: UN agencies hailed the announcement of a ceasefire but emphasised the urgency of delivering aid to millions of starving and displaced Palestinians trapped in Gaza.