A fragile ceasefire in Gaza is on the verge of collapse after Israel launched fresh airstrikes, closing crossings and leaving at least 51 Palestinians dead.
The escalation follows a "blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement" by Hamas, according to the Israel Defense Forces. Israeli forces killed 11 members of a Palestinian family attempting to return home during the truce.
The Israel Defense Forces said it has "now begun a wave of strikes" in southern Gaza "following a blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement" by Hamas.
Hamas denies US allegations as mediation efforts scramble to preserve the fragile truce.
Author's summary: Gaza ceasefire collapses amid new attacks.