An Israeli airstrike on Sunday targeted a cafe at the Gaza seaport, resulting in the deaths of at least two Palestinians and injuring twelve others, according to health officials. The cafe was crowded with people celebrating public holidays when the strike occurred.

Ceasefire Struggles

The airstrike comes despite an October ceasefire agreement brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump. The ceasefire has not completely halted hostilities, as Israel and Hamas remain in a deadlock over the implementation of the second phase of the agreement. This phase includes the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from certain areas.

Since the ceasefire took effect, Gaza health officials report that approximately 900 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli strikes. These figures do not differentiate between combatants and civilians. In the same period, four Israeli soldiers have been killed by militants, according to the Israeli military.

Ongoing Tensions

The ceasefire left Israel in control of more than half of Gaza, while Hamas maintains control over a smaller coastal area. The cafe that was struck is located on the emergency seaport in Gaza, a floating dock that was initially intended to be a temporary structure.

There has been no immediate comment from Israeli officials regarding the strike. The ongoing conflict and lack of resolution in negotiations continue to affect the lives of those in the region, with both sides suffering casualties.

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