The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted strikes across the Gaza Strip, including the central Gaza Strip and eastern Jabalia, between 1:37 PM and 2:37 PM UTC on October 19th, 2025, in response to alleged ceasefire violations, according to multiple reports. An IDF military official stated that Hamas opened fire on Israeli forces in three incidents behind the yellow line during this period. Concurrently, President Donald Trump expressed belief that the ceasefire deal in Gaza is respected by all, while also stating the US would disarm Hamas if necessary. A publication ban was imposed on an incident in Rafah, which reports indicate involved private contractors, not Israeli soldiers, being injured by a suspected explosive device while demolishing homes. Over the past hour, the IDF reported ongoing attacks on Hamas targets, with a decision made during a noon assessment to continue strikes until 6:00 PM UTC, followed by another assessment for further steps. Activist Hamza Al-Masry reported casualties arriving at Kuwait Field Hospital following targeting near the Asdaa junction, north of Khan Yunis. Reports from the X account Osint613, referenced in previous reports, detailed ceasefire violations including an explosion targeting an IDF engineering vehicle in Rafah and sniper attacks. The new sources also mention an attack in Zawayda, central Gaza Strip, and a raid targeting eastern areas of Jabalia. New details emerged regarding the Rafah incident, with sources suggesting it was not related to Hamas but rather to private contractors hired by the army for home demolition. These contractors were reportedly injured by an explosive device while demolishing homes, leading to an Israeli media gag order to prevent reporting on ongoing demolitions during the truce. The IDF's intention to attack with force was approved by the political echelon for measured attacks, as per reports from the Telegram channel "News before everyone in Telegram."
