Coverage dated March 17, 2025

Israel has resumed the war in Gaza. Why now?

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By Mick Krever, CNN (CNN) — The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just two months old, has been shaky for some time. But that was thoroughly shattered by Israel’s bombardment of Gaza overnight. Why now? Why did Israel return to war? The Israeli government has given different reasons.

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  1. Al Jazeera

    Why is Israel bombing Gaza again? (opens Al Jazeera)

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    Hundreds of people have been killed as Israel launched the most intense strikes on Gaza since the ceasefire began.

  2. KESQ Palm Springs

    Israel has resumed the war in Gaza. Why now? (opens KESQ Palm Springs)

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    By Mick Krever, CNN (CNN) — The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, just two months old, has been shaky for some time. But that was thoroughly shattered by Israel’s bombardment of Gaza overnight. Why now? Why did Israel return to war? The Israeli government has given different reasons.

  3. Foreign Policy

    Why Did Israel Restart the War in Gaza? (opens Foreign Policy)

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    Foreign Policy's feed description

    The likelihood of the cease-fire being salvaged in the near future appears extremely low.

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