"Israeli Ground Operation in Gaza Claims Lives of Dozens of Soldiers"

The Israeli military reported ten additional casualties inside the Gaza Strip, bringing the total IDF casualties to at least 12, as ground operations against Hamas continue. Israeli forces have entered the second stage of the war, which is expected to be lengthy and difficult. The IDF has attacked thousands of targets in Gaza and is now focused on clearing out Hamas tunnels and strongholds. Israeli officials also confirmed the killing of a Hamas leader responsible for multiple attacks. Israeli leaders have vowed to destroy Hamas entirely and have rejected calls for a ceasefire. The death toll in the conflict has risen to nearly 10,000 people on both sides.