After a fragile two-month ceasefire, Israel has resumed intense airstrikes on Gaza, resulting in an initial death toll of 326, according to the enclave’s Health Ministry, which declared a state of emergency on Tuesday. The renewed violence has drawn urgent responses from the international community, with calls for an immediate end to the aggression.
China Urges Measures to Prevent Humanitarian Crisis
China has expressed deep concern over the escalating violence and called for measures to prevent a “humanitarian disaster” in Gaza. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the need to “avoid any escalation” and prevent a larger humanitarian crisis. “China is highly concerned about the current situation between Israel and Palestine,” Mao stated, urging all parties to exercise restraint.
Russia Voices Concern Over Civilian Casualties
Russia has also expressed alarm over the escalation in Gaza, particularly in light of reports of mass civilian casualties. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated on Tuesday, “Of course, an escalation, another escalation of the situation, an exit into a spiral again, into a spiral of escalating tensions. This is what causes our concern, especially, of course, the incoming information about large casualties among the civilian population.” Moscow is closely monitoring the situation and hopes for a return to peace, Peskov added.
Iran Condemns Israeli Attacks, Blames U.S. Backing
Iran strongly condemned the latest wave of Israeli airstrikes, describing them as part of an ongoing campaign of “genocidal actions and ethnic cleansing” in Palestinian territories. In a statement on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei condemned the attacks, which have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinian civilians, including women and children. Baghaei accused the United States of backing the assaults and the blockade preventing food and medicine from reaching Gaza. He called on the international community and the United Nations to take responsibility for halting the violence, warning that inaction would undermine global peace and security. Baghaei also urged the Islamic world to take decisive action, including prosecuting Israeli leaders at international courts and cutting off arms and financial support to Israel.
France Demands End to Hostilities
France condemned Israel’s renewed strikes on Gaza, calling for an “immediate” end to the violence. The French Foreign Ministry stated, “France condemns the Israeli strikes carried out since yesterday on the Gaza Strip, which have caused numerous civilian casualties.” The ministry emphasized that the hostilities endanger efforts to release Israeli captives and threaten the lives of Palestinian civilians.
Ireland Calls for Ceasefire and Return to Talks
Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin also condemned the Israeli aggression, urging all parties to respect the ceasefire and return to negotiations. “I call on all parties to respect the ceasefire and hostage release deal, and to return to talks aimed at implementing the second phase of the deal,” Martin said. He stressed the urgent need to end hostilities for the sake of Gaza’s civilians, who have already endured immense suffering.
The international community continues to call for an immediate cessation of violence, emphasizing the need to protect civilian lives and prevent further humanitarian devastation in Gaza.
