Israeli strikes in Gaza have killed at least five people, despite a cease-fire still in place. More than 214,000 displaced Palestinians now face severe winter risks amid a deepening humanitarian crisis.
Israeli attacks also continue in southern Lebanon and the West Bank city of Nablus. At the same time, political and military tensions in Israel have escalated over the investigation into the events of Oct. 7, triggering conflict among top leaders.
Local authorities in Gaza report that, even with the cease-fire agreement active, Israeli strikes killed several Palestinians in Khan Younis and Gaza City. Others were injured — including children — after an unexploded Israeli munition detonated. Officials say at least 342 people have been killed by Israeli fire since the cease-fire began.
In Nablus, an Israeli raid set fire to a home, causing casualties. Clashes broke out between troops and residents, and two young men were detained. In southern Lebanon, Israeli fire hit areas near Kilometer Nine, according to the state-run NNA. No casualties were reported, but such strikes have not been seen since before the November truce, raising concerns of renewed border tension.
Inside Israel, frustration around the Oct. 7 investigation has reached a breaking point. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu summoned Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, both entangled in the widening dispute. Gallant challenged parts of the inquiry, and Halevi’s decision to freeze promotions inside the army added further strain. Observers describe the move as punitive, reflecting deep divisions within Israel’s leadership.
Meanwhile, Gaza’s winter emergency is worsening. The UN humanitarian coordination office warns that more than 214,000 displaced Palestinians are at extreme risk due to cold conditions.
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Delivering aid has become harder because of restricted access, limited humanitarian capacity, and new NGO registration rules imposed by Israeli authorities. Only 32 trucks carrying essential winter supplies managed to enter Gaza last week.
