Gaza Under Siege: Aggression Continues on 211th Day, Efforts Intensify in Cairo Talks for Ceasefire Deal

May 4, 2024

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On the 211th day of the ongoing aggression against the Gaza Strip, the Israeli occupation army ramped up its attacks on homes in Rafah, resulting in more casualties. Despite the devastating situation, efforts to reach a ceasefire deal were intensified in Cairo, where the Hamas delegation met with British officials to discuss ending the war.

The discussions in Cairo focused on a prisoner exchange deal, with the Qatari Al Jazeera Channel reporting that a Qatari delegation would join the negotiations. The Palestinian resistance forces, including Hamas, reiterated their commitment to achieving the ceasefire demands, which include ending the aggression, withdrawing occupation forces, returning displaced persons, providing relief to the population, initiating reconstruction efforts, and finalizing the exchange deal.

Reports from Palestinian media sources confirm casualties in Israeli bombings in various areas, including Al-Faraheen in Khan Yunis and the Al-Geneina neighborhood in Rafah. Additionally, occupation aircraft raided the Nuseirat camp in central Gaza, while helicopters fired on neighborhoods in the northern region.

Also Al-Hourani family home in the Al-Saftawi area was bombed, resulting in the recovery of 3 martyrs and 3 wounded individuals from under the rubble. Other areas, including the Al-Jeneina neighborhood, also faced devastating attacks, leading to further loss of life and injuries.

In a heartbreaking turn of events, it was reported that over 10,000 women have been killed and 19,000 injured due to ongoing Israeli assaults, with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) labeling the aggression as a “war on women.” The dire situation has left more than 155,000 pregnant or breastfeeding women struggling to access essential resources.

Amidst the crisis, an opinion poll revealed that a majority of Israelis (54%) prefer a truce agreement with Hamas over a military operation in Rafah. The international community has been urged to unify its position on the conflict, with European Union Foreign Policy Coordinator Josep Borrell stressing the importance of working towards a two-state solution.

Despite the negotiations, the occupation aircraft and artillery continued their violent raids on various parts of Gaza, with a particular focus on Rafah. Dozens of civilians were killed or wounded as a result of the ongoing bombardment.

The situation on the ground remained grim, with reports of casualties in multiple areas, including Khan Yunis, Rafah, and Gaza City. Medical teams and civil defense worked tirelessly to rescue trapped individuals and recover bodies from the rubble of bombed homes.

As the international community awaited progress in the Cairo talks, the people of Gaza continued to suffer under the relentless aggression. The need for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian relief was more urgent than ever as the conflict entered its 211th day.

Source: Al-Manar English Website and Palestinian media

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