Explosions seen, heard over Gazabr br At least four explosions are seen over Gaza in the early hours of Sept. 19, 2025 with fireballs lighting up the sky over the Palestinian enclave. On Sept.18, Israeli tanks advanced along two gateways to the center of Gaza City while internet and phone lines were cut off for several hours, signaling a potential escalation in ground operations. On the same day, the United States vetoed a draft United Nations Security Council resolution that would have demanded an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, and that Israel lift all restrictions on aid deliveries to the enclave. The text, drafted by the elected 10 members of the 15-member council, would also have demanded the immediate, dignified and unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups.