Israeli Airstrikes Intensify in Gaza During Ramadan, Ceasefire Hopes Fade

Israeli military operations continued across Gaza for a third day on Tuesday, coinciding with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Witnesses reported new airstrikes and artillery shelling in northern, central, and southern areas of the Palestinian enclave. The violence persists despite ongoing international negotiations for a temporary ceasefire. The reported strikes targeted multiple regions simultaneously. Ramadan, a period traditionally marked by fasting and prayer, has been overshadowed by the conflict. The continued fighting dims hopes for a swift pause in hostilities that would allow for increased humanitarian aid deliveries.