Trump Defends Israeli Strikes Amidst Fragile Ceasefire in Gaza
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that a U.S.-backed ceasefire in Gaza remains intact despite recent Israeli airstrikes that killed 26 people. The strikes followed an alleged Hamas attack. Trump emphasized Hamas' role in Middle East peace, while both sides accused each other of ceasefire violations.
U.S. President Donald Trump affirmed on Wednesday that the U.S.-supported ceasefire in Gaza is stable despite an escalation of violence involving Israeli airstrikes that resulted in 26 fatalities. The strikes occurred after Israel charged Hamas with breaching the ceasefire agreement, leading to renewed hostilities in the three-week-old truce initiated by Trump.
Israeli airstrikes targeted several locations, including Gaza City's Sabra neighborhood and the Bureij refugee camp. The attacks followed an incident where an Israeli soldier was reportedly killed by Hamas forces. Trump, aboard Air Force One, justified the Israeli response, stating that retaliation was within their rights.
Despite the violence, Trump expressed confidence that the ceasefire remains secure, noting the need for Hamas to comply. Israeli and Hamas officials have traded accusations of ceasefire violations, while Hamas denied attacking Israeli forces, underscoring its commitment to the ceasefire agreement.
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