Israeli strikes in Gaza killed 20 people on Friday as President Trump concluded his Middle East visit. Survivors reported many still trapped under rubble in northern Gaza. Hopes for a ceasefire deal during Trump’s visit were dashed, with the Israeli blockade of Gaza now in its third month. Netanyahu vowed to escalate force against Hamas, Gaza’s governing body. The recent strikes, part of this escalation, drove residents to flee from refugee camps and towns. Netanyahu’s plan to destroy Hamas has caused concern internationally. The conflict began with Hamas militants killing 1,200 people in southern Israel, leading to a devastating Israeli offensive. Israel’s blockade worsens the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with aid delivery hindered. A new U.S.-backed humanitarian organization is set to take over aid distribution, but critics doubt its effectiveness. The situation remains tense, with no clear path towards peace or resolution in the ongoing conflict.