New military budget signals rising concerns in Gaza as residents face renewed attacks and fear the return of full-scale war
Israel has approved a military budget of 112 billion shekels (34 billion dollars) for next year, a significant increase from the earlier draft that allocated 90 billion shekels (27 billion dollars). The announcement comes at a tense moment, with Gaza residents reporting fresh attacks despite the October 10 ceasefire.
According to Al Jazeera’s team on the ground, eastern and northeastern parts of the southern city of Khan Younis were struck by artillery shelling, gunfire and a helicopter gunship. These incidents have intensified fears among civilians who worry that full-scale war may resume if ceasefire violations continue.
Reporting from Gaza City, journalist Hani Mahmoud describes a population living in deep anxiety. Many believe that the fragile quiet could collapse at any moment. The human cost of the conflict remains staggering. Since October 2023, Israel’s military campaign has killed at least 70,125 Palestinians and wounded 171,015. The October 7 attacks inside Israel resulted in 1,139 deaths and the capture of about 200 people.
The new military budget reflects both the government’s strategic priorities and the broader uncertainty surrounding the region. As violence persists and political negotiations falter, the coming months may determine whether the ceasefire holds or the conflict escalates.
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