Gaza ceasefire fails to protect civilians as phase-two deal stalls

Israeli strikes and Palestinian deaths reportedly continue despite the ceasefire, with more than 1,400 Palestinians killed since its announcement according to several reports. Disputes over Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, aid, reconstruction, and governance have stalled phase two, while restricted territory, displacement, disease, and unexploded ordnance deepen the humanitarian crisis. The conflict is also placing sustained strain on US–Israel relations and Israel’s accountability institutions.