Israel announces daily ‘tactical pause’ in parts of Gaza to ease humanitarian crisis

The Israeli military has announced a daily “tactical pause” in military operations across three areas of Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery, starting Sunday.

According to a military statement, activity will be suspended in Muwasi, Deir al-Balah, and Gaza City from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. local time each day until further notice.

The pause aims to support the distribution of food, medicine, and other essential supplies by humanitarian agencies. The military said it would also establish secure routes to aid the safe movement of relief efforts throughout the territory.

Although Israeli forces are reportedly not operating directly in the designated areas, recent weeks have seen active fighting and airstrikes in each of them.

The announcement comes amid growing international concern over worsening conditions for civilians in Gaza.