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Israeli forces are approaching Gaza City as Hamas prepares for intense street fighting, with thousands of Palestinians fleeing the city amid ongoing conflict and fears of urban combat in densely populated areas, while both sides report significant military activity and civilian suffering.
Israeli military intensifies attacks on Gaza City, causing mass displacement of Palestinians amid widespread destruction and international condemnation, including a UN report labeling the actions as genocide.
The IDF estimates over 250,000 Gaza City residents have left for a 'humanitarian zone' amid intensified military operations targeting Hamas, with ongoing airstrikes causing casualties. Meanwhile, protests in Berlin demand an end to arms exports and condemn the Gaza conflict, which has resulted in significant civilian casualties. Tensions also include Israeli strikes in Qatar and weapons handovers in Lebanon, highlighting the complex regional dynamics.
Israel has intensified its air strikes on Gaza City, causing widespread destruction and forcing around 250,000 residents to flee south, amid international criticism and warnings of a potential ground invasion. The conflict has led to significant civilian casualties, displacement, and a worsening humanitarian crisis, with Gaza facing famine and malnutrition.
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza City have targeted high-rise buildings, including residential towers, as part of a campaign to ethnically cleanse the area of Palestinians, resulting in significant destruction, displacement, and civilian casualties, with Israeli officials openly stating their intent to force residents south.
Israel has taken control of 40% of Gaza City as it prepares for a large-scale ground invasion, causing widespread destruction and displacement of civilians, with international warnings of a worsening humanitarian crisis amid ongoing military operations and limited aid access.
Israel controls 40% of Gaza City as it expands its military operation, causing significant displacement and casualties amid ongoing conflict with Hamas, with international concern over humanitarian conditions.
Israel has begun its invasion of Gaza City, heavily bombarding and destroying large parts of the historic neighborhood al-Zaytoun, with residents evacuating amid fears of complete erasure of the area, which has already suffered extensive destruction and displacement.
Israeli tanks have entered Deir al-Balah in Gaza for the first time amid heavy fighting, causing mass displacement and raising concerns over the destruction of critical infrastructure and worsening humanitarian conditions, as international condemnation grows over civilian casualties and aid restrictions.
Israel is considering a new, potentially larger military offensive in Gaza if hostage negotiations fail, amid ongoing debates within the IDF about whether to continue military actions or declare objectives achieved, with plans for mass evacuation and significant military mobilization.
Gazans in Rafah are attempting to flee ahead of an expected Israeli military operation, with uncertainty about where to go next and dwindling resources. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu called for a "massive operation" in Rafah, citing the need to "collapse" remaining Hamas militant units. The Biden administration has warned against any military operation that puts civilians at risk, while the Israeli government emphasizes the need to oust Hamas and free remaining prisoners. The situation has led to a humanitarian crisis, with displaced people seeking shelter and resources in the midst of escalating tensions and violence.
The Biden administration has urged Israel to avoid significant displacement of Palestinian civilians in southern Gaza if it resumes its ground campaign against Hamas. The US has emphasized the need for greater precision and careful planning to prevent large-scale civilian casualties. The White House has increased pressure on Israel to ensure that the upcoming campaign is carefully thought through and that the humanitarian situation is taken into account. President Biden hopes to extend the current cease-fire and secure the release of more hostages, while Secretary of State Blinken plans to return to the Middle East for further negotiations. The US has also expressed concerns about the public health crisis in Gaza and is providing humanitarian aid, including medical supplies and food.
Israeli troops have entered the heart of Gaza City, causing thousands of civilians to flee as international pressure mounts for a humanitarian pause in the fighting. Residents reported violent clashes in central Gaza City, while Palestinian civilians, some carrying white flags, walked for miles in search of safety. The Group of Seven countries called for the protection of civilians and compliance with international law, urging humanitarian pauses to deliver aid and release hostages. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that there would be no pause without the return of hostages, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shown openness to tactical pauses. The situation remains dire, with increasing civilian displacement and casualties.