Israel maintains Gaza military operations, rejects IDF withdrawal despite ceasefire proposals

The Gaza ceasefire, established in October 2025, remains largely ineffective, characterized by persistent Israeli military operations and a high number of civilian casualties, including children. Diplomatic negotiations are deadlocked due to fundamental disagreements on security arrangements and IDF withdrawal, indicating a significant disconnect between diplomatic efforts and operational realities. The reported number of Israeli violations and humanitarian aid restrictions are significant, though specific casualty attributions remain unverified by independent military observers.