Israel launches airstrikes in Rafah despite Gaza ceasefire deal: Media
Despite a ceasefire deal, Israel launched airstrikes in Rafah following alleged Hamas fire, as tensions flare amid a fragile truce and ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 12:25 | 19 October 2025
The Israeli army launched airstrikes in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip on Sunday despite a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, local media said.
Israel's public broadcaster KAN said that the strikes were staged following an exchange of fire with Hamas.
Channel 12 claimed that the attack came after a military vehicle was targeted by Hamas fighters.
There was no immediate comment from Hamas on the Israeli claim.
A ceasefire and hostage swap agreement was reached between Israel and Hamas last week, based on a phased plan presented by US President Donald Trump. Phase one included the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. The plan also envisages the rebuilding of Gaza and the establishment of a new governing mechanism without Hamas.
Since October 2023, the Israeli genocidal war has killed more than 68,100 people and injured 170,200, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
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