Israel’s military conducted airstrikes in Gaza on Saturday, killing at least 24 people, including children, as tensions tested the ongoing ceasefire established on October 10. The strikes, described by Israel as retaliation for gunfire from Hamas militants, targeted vehicles and homes, leading to significant casualties in densely populated areas. Israeli forces emphasized that their actions were necessary to defend against what they termed “extreme violations” of the ceasefire, following a series of violent encounters since the war commenced with Hamas’ attack on October 7. The situation remains precarious, with calls for accountability from the Israeli public regarding the government’s preparedness and response to the conflict, indicating a complex interplay of military action and domestic political pressure.