Israel Gaza City Takeover: Live Updates
Israel-Gaza City Takeover: Netanyahu Plan Approved – Live Updates
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Good evening. We’re bringing you teh latest updates on the Israel-Gaza conflict. Israel’s cabinet has approved plans for a phased takeover of Gaza City, despite international warnings of a worsening humanitarian crisis. Here’s a minute-by-minute account of the day’s developments:
Key Developments
Netanyahu’s Plan Approved: Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet has given the green light for a phased Israeli military takeover of gaza City.The plan aims to dismantle Hamas infrastructure but raises concerns about civilian safety.
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens: Aid organizations are warning of a catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, wiht dwindling supplies of food, water, adn medicine. Access for aid deliveries remains severely restricted.
International Concerns: The United States, the United Nations, and several European nations have expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict and the potential for widespread civilian casualties.
Ground Operations Expand: Israeli ground forces have expanded their operations within Gaza, focusing on areas believed to be strongholds of Hamas militants.
* Rocket Fire Continues: Hamas continues to launch rockets into Israel,targeting cities and towns across the country.
Latest Updates (All times are local)
22:00: Reports are emerging of intensified clashes in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood of Gaza City. The Israeli military claims to have struck several Hamas targets in the area.21:30: The UN’s humanitarian agency, OCHA, reports that only a fraction of the daily required aid supplies are entering Gaza. They warn that the situation is rapidly deteriorating.
21:00: A spokesperson for the Israeli military states that they are taking “all possible precautions” to minimize civilian casualties, but acknowledges the inherent risks of operating in a densely populated urban environment.
20:30: Hamas claims to have inflicted heavy casualties on Israeli forces in Gaza City, a claim that has not been independently verified.
20:00: The US State Department reiterates it’s call for the protection of civilians and urges Israel to adhere to international humanitarian law.19:30: footage circulating on social media appears to show large numbers of Palestinians fleeing Gaza City towards the south of the Gaza Strip.
19:00: The Israeli government announces that it will be increasing security measures in Jerusalem and other major cities in anticipation of potential retaliatory attacks.
18:30: A hospital in Gaza City reports being overwhelmed with casualties and struggling to cope with the influx of patients.
18:00: The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the healthcare system in Gaza is on the brink of collapse.
17:30: Israel’s military releases a statement saying it has identified and destroyed a network of Hamas tunnels beneath Gaza City.
17:00: Qatar,a key mediator in the conflict,calls for an immediate ceasefire and the release of all hostages held by Hamas.16:30: The Palestinian Red Crescent Society reports that its teams are struggling to reach those in need due to ongoing airstrikes and ground operations.
16:00: Benjamin netanyahu addresses the nation, stating that the operation in Gaza will continue until Hamas is defeated and the security of Israeli citizens is ensured.
15:30: Hamas releases a statement accusing Israel of committing war crimes and targeting civilians.
15:00: The UN Security Council is scheduled to hold an emergency meeting tomorrow to discuss the situation in Gaza.
14:30: Reports indicate that communication networks