Israeli Airstrike on Gaza Seaport Cafe Leaves Two Dead and Dozens Injured
Details and Aftermath of the Gaza Seaport Airstrike
Casualties and Immediate Impact
CAIRO, May 31 (Reuters) - An Israeli airstrike killed at least two Palestinians and wounded 12 on Sunday at a Gaza cafe that was packed with people celebrating public holidays, health officials said.
There was no immediate Israeli comment.
Ceasefire Status and Ongoing Conflict
Failure of the October Ceasefire
An October ceasefire, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, has failed to halt Israeli attacks in Gaza.
Stalemate in Negotiations
Israel and Hamas are deadlocked in indirect talks over implementing the second phase of the deal, which includes the group's disarmament and Israeli army withdrawals.
Territorial Control After Ceasefire
The ceasefire left Israel in control of more than half of Gaza, with Hamas controlling a sliver of coastal territory. The cafe struck on Sunday was on the emergency seaport in Gaza, a floating dock off the coast that was meant to be temporary.
Casualty Figures Since the Truce
Palestinian Casualties
Some 900 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes since the truce came into effect, according to figures from Gaza health officials that do not distinguish between combatants and civilians.
Israeli Military Losses
Four Israeli soldiers have been killed by militants during the same period, the country's military has said.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Nidal Al-Mughrabi; editing by Barbara Lewis)
