Israeli Forces Advance Toward Gaza City, Heavy Clashes Erupt

Israeli forces have advanced deeper into the northern Gaza Strip, with tanks briefly cutting off an evacuation route to the south. A tank was filmed on Salah al-Din Road, sparking speculation of an advance on Gaza City. Meanwhile, Israel's military announced the rescue of a soldier held hostage by Hamas, condemning a video released by Hamas showing three Israeli women in captivity. The hostages were taken during an attack on southern Israel on 7 October. Israeli forces have expanded their ground operations inside Gaza, with air and artillery strikes hitting numerous targets. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with low supplies of food, water, fuel, and medicine, and concerns about the collapse of the public and private sectors.