Israel launches new strikes against Hamas after talks stall

Palestinians Ali Marouf and his mother Aisha cook on the roof of their destroyed house by the Israeli army’s air and ground offensive in Jabaliya, Gaza Strip, on Monday, March 17, 2025 (AP Photo/Jehad Alshrafi)

Gaza’s health ministry said at least 44 people were killed from Israeli airstrikes into Gaza which were launched early on Tuesday after talks on further hostage releases stalled.

Israel’s defence minister said the country has “resumed fighting” in Gaza and is vowing to press ahead until all remaining hostages are released.