Israel Escalates Conflict with Hamas in Gaza, Changing the Middle East

Israel has released images of tanks inside Gaza as it intensifies its war against Hamas militants. The conflict has resulted in a telecommunications blackout and limited access to aid for Palestinians. The Israeli military has targeted Hamas command centers and other infrastructure, while Hamas claims to have hit Israeli tanks with missiles. The international community has called for a humanitarian pause to allow aid into Gaza. President Biden has urged Israel to protect civilians and increase humanitarian aid. The conflict has also seen regional overspill, with exchanges of fire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Displaced Palestinians in Gaza are facing dire living conditions, with limited access to food and water.