Israel Declares Gaza City Combat Zone, Intensifies Offensive Amid Rising Casualties
Israel Declares Gaza City Combat Zone, Intensifies Offensive Amid Rising Casualties Israel has officially declared Gaza City, the largest urban center in the Gaza Strip, a dangerous combat zone, signaling a significant escalation in its military operations. The announcement on Friday coincided with the launch of what the army described as the “initial stages” of a planned offensive, which has already drawn widespread international condemnation. The resumption of intense fighting has led to a dramatic increase in casualties. Health officials…