Israel-Hamas War: Damascus Attack, Hostage Deaths, and 55 Days of Conflict

Israel and Hamas resumed fighting after failing to reach an agreement on the release of hostages, with Hamas launching rockets at southern Israel. The cease-fire ended as both sides accused each other of violating the agreement. Negotiations are ongoing to restore the cease-fire, but chances for a new agreement are low. Rocket sirens blared across Israel, and the IDF published a map for residents to evacuate if necessary. Aid and fuel trucks entering Gaza halted, and Hezbollah claimed responsibility for anti-tank missile attacks in Israel. The US plans to impose visa bans on Israeli settlers engaged in violence against Palestinians, and Israel intends to create a buffer zone on Gaza's border. Protests in Tel Aviv demand the return of all hostages held by Hamas, and the family of US citizens held by Hamas urges immediate action from the Red Cross. Three more hostages were confirmed killed in captivity, including the oldest hostage held by Hamas.