US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that a ceasefire in Gaza remains intact, despite a series of deadly Israeli airstrikes targeting Hamas positions in southern Gaza. The strikes, which Israel claimed were in response to alleged truce violations by Hamas, resulted in at least 45 fatalities, according to Gaza’s civil defence agency. Four hospitals in Gaza corroborated the death toll, reporting an influx of casualties. Israel’s military stated it is investigating the reports but emphasized its commitment to enforcing the ceasefire, vowing to respond firmly to any breaches. Hamas denied the accusations, with one official alleging that Israel fabricated pretexts to resume hostilities. The ceasefire, brokered by Trump on October 10, aimed to halt over two years of devastating conflict between Israel and Hamas. However, its implementation has faced significant challenges, including the suspension of aid to Gaza due to alleged violations. The war has claimed over 68,000 lives in Gaza, with more than half being women and children. Meanwhile, Hamas has released 20 surviving hostages and is working to recover the bodies of those who died. Israel has returned 150 Palestinian bodies to Gaza, linking the reopening of the Rafah crossing to the recovery of all deceased. The situation remains volatile, with both sides accusing each other of undermining the fragile peace.