Israeli Airstrikes Target Gaza; No Plans for Long-Term Control

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The text you provided discusses the recent airstrikes in Gaza and Israel’s stance on controlling life in Gaza after destroying Hamas. Here’s a paraphrased and completed version:

In a series of airstrikes, Israel targeted the Gaza Strip, with particular focus on areas designated for Palestinian safety. Concurrently, Israel initiated the evacuation of a significant Israeli town near the Lebanese border, indicating the possibility of a ground invasion into Gaza, potentially leading to regional instability.

In a significant development, Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, addressed lawmakers about the country’s long-term intentions regarding Gaza. He outlined a three-phase plan, beginning with airstrikes and ground operations, followed by defeating pockets of resistance, and ultimately ending Israel’s responsibility for Gaza’s governance.

Reports from Gaza indicate heavy airstrikes in Khan Younis, leading to an influx of casualties at local hospitals already overwhelmed by patients and shelter seekers.

The Israeli military confirmed striking over 100 targets in Gaza associated with Hamas, including tunnels and arms depots.

Furthermore, Defense Minister Gallant hinted at a ground offensive aimed at quelling Hamas’s rule in Gaza, although no specific timeline for such an operation has been provided.

The ongoing conflict has resulted in the displacement of over a million people in Gaza, despite earlier assurances by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about “safe zones” in south Gaza. UN officials noted that some Palestinians who had initially fled the north were returning due to the challenging living conditions in the south.

Gaza’s healthcare facilities are struggling to cope, with rationed medical supplies and fuel for generators. Plans are in place for much-needed aid delivery from Egypt, although the agreement to do so remains precarious, with Israel insisting that supplies go only to civilians.

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited the crossing into Gaza, emphasizing the urgency of aid delivery for the sake of Palestinian lives.

As the conflict intensifies, Israel has evacuated its communities near Gaza and Lebanon, accommodating residents in hotels within the country. Hezbollah in Lebanon has engaged in exchanges of fire with Israel along the border, potentially escalating the situation further.

The violence in Gaza has triggered protests across the region, with demonstrations in Arab countries aligned with the U.S.

In a statement from the Oval Office, U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed support for Israel’s security while acknowledging the humanitarian concerns for Palestinians in Gaza. He drew a parallel between the Gaza conflict and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, highlighting the desire of both Hamas and Russia to eliminate neighboring democracies.

Biden announced an “urgent budget request” to Congress for emergency military aid to Israel and Ukraine.

An unclassified U.S. intelligence assessment estimated casualties in an explosion at a Gaza City hospital on the lower end of 100 to 300 deaths, but emphasized that even this number represents a significant loss of life. The cause of the blast is still under investigation, with Israel providing evidence to suggest it was caused by a misfired Palestinian rocket.

The situation remains fluid and complex, with ongoing violence and humanitarian challenges in Gaza, as well as international diplomatic efforts to address the crisis.

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• Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza – Al Jazeera’s coverage of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza caused by the conflict.
• Hezbollah’s Role in the Conflict – Information about Hezbollah’s involvement along the Israeli-Lebanese border.
• Gaza Conflict Protests – Reuters’ coverage of protests across the region sparked by the Gaza conflict.
• Gaza Conflict Casualty Figures – Details on casualties and injuries in Gaza and Israel due to the conflict.
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• Israel’s Preparations for Conflict – Al Jazeera’s coverage of Israel’s preparations for addressing the Gaza conflict.