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Why is Netanyahu striking Gaza?

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Netanyahu is striking Gaza in response to accusations that Hamas returned the wrong remains of a hostage, which Israel views as a violation of a ceasefire agreement. Additional triggers include attacks on Israeli troops and frustration over Hamas not returning all hostage remains.

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Israel tests ceasefire with ‘powerful attacks’ on Gaza

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  • Israeli strikes in Gaza are testing the 18-day-old ceasefire. 2s
  • Israel's actions were partly triggered by Hamas not returning all hostage remains and an attack near Rafa. 17s
  • Both sides have accused each other of breaking the truce brokered by Donald Trump. 49s
  • Israel has halted aid to Gaza, while Hamas has refused to disarm as required by the ceasefire deal. 58s
  • The U.S. vice president believes the ceasefire is holding despite ongoing skirmishes. 1m 11s
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Israel tests ceasefire with ‘powerful attacks’ on Gaza
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CBC News
1 day ago
Israel tests ceasefire with ‘powerful attacks’ on Gaza

Triggers for Israel's military action include impatience that Hamas has not returned all hostage remains, the return of wrong remains, and an attack on Israeli troops near Rafa.

Netanyahu orders strikes on Gaza over wrong hostage remains
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CBS News
2 days ago
Netanyahu orders strikes on Gaza over wrong hostage remains

Netanyahu orders military strikes in Gaza after Israel accuses Hamas of violating the peace deal by returning the wrong remains of a hostage.

Israel claims Hamas violated peace deal over return of hostage remains
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CBS News
2 days ago
Israel claims Hamas violated peace deal over return of hostage remains

Israel is furious after forensic tests revealed Hamas returned remains of a hostage already recovered two years ago, leading to discussions about consequences.

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