Gaza Ceasefire Collapses: Israel Attacks Rafah
- Jakarta - The fragile ceasefire in Gaza is under threat following a renewed Israeli military offensive in the Rafah area on October 19, 2025.The attacks, involving airstrikes and...
- According to Reuters, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes and artillery bombardments in Rafah on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
- Eyewitnesses in Rafah reported hearing explosions and gunfire.
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Ceasefire in Gaza Threatened as Israel Launches Attacks in rafah
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Jakarta – The fragile ceasefire in Gaza is under threat following a renewed Israeli military offensive in the Rafah area on October 19, 2025.The attacks, involving airstrikes and artillery fire, were launched after Israel accused Hamas of violating the agreement.
Published: October 19, 2025, 17:38:15
What Happened in Rafah?
According to Reuters, the Israeli military conducted airstrikes and artillery bombardments in Rafah on Sunday, October 19, 2025. The stated objective of the attacks was to destroy tunnels and military infrastructure allegedly used by Hamas. Israel alleges these actions were a response to violations of the current ceasefire agreement by Hamas.
Eyewitnesses in Rafah reported hearing explosions and gunfire. Medical personnel at Al-Aqsa Hospital confirmed tank fire in the nearby southern town of Abassan, close to khan Younis.
background: The gaza Ceasefire
The current ceasefire, brokered with the assistance of Egypt and Qatar, aimed to provide a temporary pause in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The agreement included provisions for the release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, as well as increased humanitarian aid to Gaza. Details of the specific ceasefire terms can be found on the United Nations Information System on the question of Palestine (UNISPAL).
Prior to the current ceasefire, the conflict had resulted in notable casualties and widespread destruction in Gaza. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has documented the devastating impact of the conflict on the civilian population.
Israel’s Accusations Against Hamas
Israel claims Hamas violated the ceasefire agreement by firing rockets into Israeli territory. While the specific details of these alleged violations are still emerging,Israeli officials have stated that the attacks necessitated a military response to deter further aggression. The Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s military wing, released a statement claiming duty for rocket fire, stating it was in response to ongoing Israeli aggression over the past year.