Israel-Hamas Conflict Escalates, Truce Unlikely as Talks Collapse

The bombing of Gaza has intensified as the death toll continues to rise in the Israel-Hamas war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called negotiators back from Qatar, signaling that further truces are unlikely. US Vice President Kamala Harris has stated that the US will not permit forced relocation or redrawing of borders for Palestinians. Thousands of Israeli protesters are calling for Netanyahu's resignation. The Health Ministry in Gaza has reported over 15,200 fatalities, with 70% being women and children. Aid trucks have entered Rafah crossing for the first time since the truce ended. Israel has resumed heavy bombing, raising concerns about civilian casualties. The IDF has dropped leaflets urging residents to leave, but many have nowhere to go. The UN has criticized Israel's evacuation plan, and Egypt has expressed concerns about Palestinians crossing into its territory. The fate of remaining hostages is uncertain. Humanitarian aid has halted, exacerbating the dire situation in Gaza.