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Israel has begun first stages of its planned assault on Gaza City, says Israeli military spokesman

  • On Wednesday, Israel initiated preliminary operations around Gaza City, with IDF troops securing its outskirts and mobilizing 60,000 reservists for an expanded military campaign.
  • The operation follows nearly two years of conflict triggered by Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023, with Netanyahu directing to shorten timelines to defeat Hamas.
  • The offensive is expected to displace thousands of Palestinians amid severe food shortages and humanitarian aid expansions, while Israelis face declining soldier morale and calls for broader military drafts.
  • Effie Defrin stated, "we'll do our best not to harm the hostages," emphasizing intelligence use to protect them amid ongoing hostage negotiations and pressure on Hamas.
  • The operation and settlement expansions have sparked domestic protests and international condemnation, underscoring severe regional instability and uncertainty about conflict resolution.
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Two years ago, Gaza's largest city teemed with life. Classrooms were filled with schoolchildren, markets teemed with shoppers, and beachside cafes offered respite to those seeking to escape the stress of…

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Gaza’s biggest city is in chaos ahead of an imminent Israeli assault

Two years ago, Gaza’s largest city was sprawling with life. Classrooms brimmed with schoolchildren, markets were full of shoppers and beachside cafes offered respite for those escaping the stresses of a besieged enclave.

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