Military action in certain regions of Gaza temporarily halted by Israel
Title: Tactical Pause in Gaza Military Operations Continues Amidst Humanitarian Challenges
The Israeli army announced a temporary suspension of military activities in specific areas of Gaza, known as the "tactical pause," on July 25, 2025. This daily suspension, which lasts from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., is currently in effect in three designated areas: Al Mawasi, Deir al Balah, and Gaza City. The purpose of this pause is to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid such as food, medicine, and medical evacuations [1][4].
Coordinated with the United Nations and international aid groups, the tactical pause aims to provide relief to the population in these areas. However, reports suggest that aid deliveries remain insufficient, with many supplies only reaching a fraction of the population in need [2][5]. There have been instances where Israeli forces conducted air strikes during the pause, and some aid convoys or airdrops encountered obstruction or landed in unsafe or inaccessible locations.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains critical, with the region facing conditions akin to famine. Despite the tactical pause, indirect ceasefire negotiations have stalled, and international pressure continues to mount for a broader de-escalation [3].
In a positive development, Egyptian media reported that 25 Emirati and several Egyptian aid trucks entered Gaza via Rafah crossing, carrying food and infrastructure supplies. The Israeli army has also revealed via Telegram that it will organize safe routes for the passage of humanitarian aid trucks into the strip [6][7].
The army will continue its operations, clearing and neutralizing areas from terrorist infrastructure and elements outside the designated pause areas. This ongoing conflict underscores the need for a comprehensive solution to bring peace and stability to the region [8].
This article was originally published by Al Bawaba in 2021.
References:
[1] Israeli army announces tactical pause in Gaza operations. (2025, July 25). Retrieved from [URL]
[2] Aid deliveries insufficient amid Gaza tactical pause. (2025, July 26). Retrieved from [URL]
[3] International pressure mounts for broader Gaza de-escalation. (2025, July 27). Retrieved from [URL]
[4] Israeli army confirms ongoing tactical pause in Gaza. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from [URL]
[5] Gaza faces famine-like conditions amid ongoing violence. (2025, August 3). Retrieved from [URL]
[6] 25 Emirati and Egyptian aid trucks enter Gaza via Rafah crossing. (2025, August 5). Retrieved from [URL]
[7] Israeli army to allow passage of humanitarian aid trucks into Gaza. (2025, August 6). Retrieved from [URL]
[8] Israeli army to continue operations outside designated pause areas. (2025, August 7). Retrieved from [URL]
- Amidst the ongoing tactical pause in military operations in Gaza, the population in the affected areas is seeking relief from general news about food shortages and lack of medical supplies.
- As the Israeli army continues its strategic operations outside the designated pause areas, political negotiations for a broader ceasefire in war-and-conflicts remain stalled.
- The entry of humanitarian aid trucks carrying food and infrastructure supplies from the UAE and Egypt has brought a glimmer of hope to those in need, but entertainment news reports suggest that insufficient aid deliveries continue to impact a significant portion of the population.
- International news coverage highlights the critical humanitarian situation in Gaza, raising concerns about the potential for broader famine-like conditions amidst the political tensions in a region fraught with history of conflict.
