Israel defies ICJ order, bombs Rafah; ceasefire efforts ongoing

Israel bombed Gaza Strip, defying UN court's order to halt military offensive in Rafah. Efforts in Paris aim to secure ceasefire after Hamas attack on Israel. Irish leaders call for immediate ceasefire, release of hostages, and humanitarian aid. International Court of Justice ordered Israel to stop Rafah offensive. Gaza war resulted in over 35,857 deaths, mostly women and children. Hamas still holds 121 hostages. Israel denies creating conditions for civilian destruction.