Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Gaza City Bombarded as US Vetoes UN Ceasefire Call Again
Israel is attacking Gaza City, causing many people to flee.
The US blocked a UN attempt to stop the fighting.
The fighting is making it very hard for people to get food and medical help.
Families are protesting because their loved ones are still being held hostage.
There is a declared famine in Gaza City.
Hamas is warning that the fighting is dangerous for hostages.
Both sides are suffering casualties.
Israel launched a major military offensive in Gaza City, causing mass displacement.
The US vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire.
Famine has been confirmed in Gaza City, according to UN reports.
Four Israeli soldiers were killed in Rafah; two others were killed at the Allenby crossing.
Families of hostages are protesting the Gaza City offensive.
- Who
- Israel, Hamas, US, UN
- What
- Israeli military offensive in Gaza City, US veto of UN ceasefire resolution
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Gaza City, Rafah, Allenby Crossing
- Why
- Israel targeting Hamas infrastructure; US shielding Israel
Hamas/Palestinian View
Israeli/US View
Gaza Offensive
Hamas/Palestinian View
Military actions are causing immense suffering and jeopardizing civilians.
Israeli/US View
Military actions are targeting Hamas infrastructure.
Ceasefire
Hamas/Palestinian View
Immediate ceasefire needed to protect civilians.
Israeli/US View
Ceasefire efforts need to condemn Hamas actions.
Hostage Safety
Hamas/Palestinian View
Offensive endangers hostages.
Israeli/US View
No clear public statement.
- Total Deaths in Gaza
- At least 65,141 (mostly civilians)
- Hostages Remaining
- 47
- Famine in Gaza City
- Confirmed
- Israeli Soldier Deaths
- 4 in Rafah, 2 at Allenby crossing
Sources
In Gaza City, Israel looks for a way to kill Hamas but not its hostages
Gaza hit by telecoms blackout as Israeli tanks and infantry advance
‘Gaza will be a graveyard for your soldiers’: Hamas warns Gaza offensive ends hope for Israeli hostage return
Israel Bombards Gaza City
