'Gaza is burning', Israel says as it launches ground operation
The Israeli military has intensified its offensive to dismantle Hamas infrastructure in Gaza City, amid warnings of a limited window for a negotiated settlement to end the conflict.
- Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that 'Gaza is burning' after heavy strikes targeted Gaza City overnight.
- Palestinian residents reported strikes hit at least three houses, with medics searching for survivors in the rubble.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the offensive had likely begun, stating there is a 'very short window of time in which a deal can happen.'
- The conflict began when Hamas-led militants attacked southern Israel on October 7, 2023, resulting in approximately 1,200 deaths.
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An Israeli military official confirmed the beginning of the "main" offensive on Gaza City, which was the target of violent Israeli bombings during the night. "Gaza burns" confirmed Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on X.
After a night of severe attacks in the city of Gaza, Israel's prime minister confirmed that an operation in the coastal city had begun. People continue to flee in panic, the concern for the hostages is growing.
Israel greatly intensified its attacks on Gaza City overnight, and a ground offensive is also expected to begin.
Israel's army has allegedly begun the ground offensive on Gaza. Numerous people are on the run. Already before, possible victims were known.
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