Israel steps up Gaza City bombing after Netanyahu vow to expand the offensive
Summary
Israel intensified bombing east of Gaza City after Netanyahu vowed to expand the offensive, killing six journalists in an Al Shifa Hospital airstrike. The conflict has displaced many Palestinians amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Key Points
- Israel stepped up bombardments in Gaza City's eastern suburbs following Netanyahu's announcement of an expanded offensive.
- An airstrike at Al Shifa Hospital killed six journalists, including prominent Al Jazeera correspondent Anas Al Sharif.
- Netanyahu instructed the Israeli military to accelerate plans to seize control of Gaza City, described as Hamas' "capital of terrorism."
- The escalating conflict has caused significant displacement in Gaza and a humanitarian crisis, with over 61,000 Palestinians killed according to health officials.
