Israeli offensive in Gaza: 108 dead as tensions escalate
Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip on Friday resulted in the death of 108 people, including 31 children and 27 women. The Israeli army has launched a new offensive, aiming to defeat Hamas and release hostages, according to a statement.
What do you need to know?
- Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip: On Friday, 108 people were killed, including 31 children and 27 women. The attacks targeted the southern and northern areas of the Gaza Strip.
- New Gideon's Chariots offensive: The Israeli army has initiated extensive military operations with the goal of defeating Hamas and releasing hostages.
- Humanitarian crisis: Israel plans to resume humanitarian aid under new terms, which has drawn criticism from the UN and aid organizations.
What are the goals of Israel's new offensive?
The Israeli army has launched a new offensive, Gideon's Chariots, aimed at defeating Hamas and releasing hostages. The offensive plan was approved by the Israeli government last week and involves relocating Palestinian civilians to the south and seizing strategic areas of the Gaza Strip.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the campaign will be conducted with full force.
What are the international reactions to Israel's actions?
As Israel continues its military operations, there is growing international concern about the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Israel has imposed a blockade on humanitarian aid deliveries, which has drawn criticism from the UN and aid organizations. Israel declares that aid will resume with the participation of the USA, but under new terms to prevent it from being diverted by Hamas.
What are the prospects for a ceasefire?
Despite growing tension between Israel and the USA, which is pressing for a ceasefire, Israel rejects truce proposals that do not guarantee the disarmament of Hamas.
Hamas has expressed readiness to agree to a ceasefire and release hostages, but only if the war ends. Meanwhile, Israel continues its efforts to destroy Hamas and free the hostages.
