Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to the residents of Gaza City, urging them to evacuate immediately. Netanyahu emphasized the urgency, stating, “I say to the residents of Gaza, I take this opportunity and listen to me carefully: You have been warned — leave now.”
Netanyahu disclosed that Israeli forces were mobilizing and preparing for a ground operation within Gaza City. This announcement came after Israel declared its intention to intensify airstrikes on Gaza as a final ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the release of all hostages and surrender, following a directive from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Residents reported Israeli airstrikes targeting Gaza City and destroying armored vehicles in the streets. Hamas acknowledged receiving the latest ceasefire proposal from the U.S., which was accompanied by a warning from Trump, labeling it as the militant group’s “last chance.”
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz forewarned of a significant military operation in Gaza City, anticipating a powerful strike on the city’s structures. The escalating tensions were underscored by a shooting incident at a bus stop in Jerusalem that resulted in six fatalities, including a Spanish citizen, with Hamas expressing support for the attackers.
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) carried out airstrikes on a 12-floor building in Gaza City, where numerous displaced families resided. The IDF justified the strike, citing Hamas militants using the building for planning terror activities against IDF forces.
A senior Israeli official disclosed details of the latest U.S. proposal for Gaza, emphasizing the return of hostages as a crucial condition for initiating a ceasefire. Hamas, on the other hand, reiterated its commitment to releasing all hostages upon the cessation of hostilities and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
The conflict in Gaza City has inflicted severe devastation, with numerous residential areas being targeted by Israeli forces. Casualties continued to rise, with reports of at least 25 Palestinians, including a journalist, killed on Monday. The war has also taken a heavy toll on journalists, with nearly 250 media personnel losing their lives during the conflict.
Despite ongoing efforts to negotiate a resolution, the core issue of releasing hostages and surrendering remains a major obstacle. Hamas stands firm on its stance of not disarming until Palestinians achieve statehood.
The humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened, with additional deaths reported due to malnutrition and starvation. The territory’s Health Ministry confirmed the deaths of six Palestinians, including children, from these causes in the past 24 hours.
The conflict, originating from a 2023 attack by Hamas-led fighters on southern Israel, has resulted in widespread destruction and loss of life in Gaza. Efforts to broker peace have been hindered by the fundamental disagreements between the parties involved.
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