Escalating Violence in Gaza: A Bleak Race Against Time for Ceasefire

Five Israeli soldiers were killed in a Gaza attack, raising pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu as he meets President Trump to discuss a ceasefire. While negotiations continue, the conflict's toll on human lives grows. Israeli strikes killed 18 Palestinians, stressing Gaza's health system, as diplomatic efforts intensify.

A deadly attack claimed the lives of five Israeli soldiers in Gaza, intensifying pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his ceasefire discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump.

The escalating violence has resulted in 18 Palestinian deaths from Israeli strikes, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis and stretching Gaza's healthcare system to its limits.

Both nations are urged to finalize a ceasefire agreement to pause hostilities, deliver aid, and negotiate the release of hostages, even as the conflict's devastating toll mounts on all involved parties.

(With inputs from agencies.)