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Escalation in Gaza as Israeli Forces Expand Operations and Humanitarian Crisis Deepens

Israeli airstrikes increase as military expands operations in Gaza; humanitarian conditions worsen with rising civilian casualties amid renewed conflict.

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The Israeli government has long maintained a buffer zone just inside Gaza along its security fence and has greatly expanded since the war began in 2023.
Israel announces plan to seize ‘large areas’ in Gaza – latest updates
The Guardian·18d
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The humanitarian situation across Gaza has dramatically worsened in recent weeks, with Israel refusing to allow aid into the Gaza Strip since 2 March - the longest aid blockage since the war began.
Israel to expand military operation and seize 'large areas' of Gaza
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Every time families have moved during the war, they have had to leave behind belongings and start nearly from scratch, finding food, water and shelter.
As Israel advances in Gaza, many exhausted families flee again. Some can't bear it
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It has already set up a significant buffer zone within Gaza, expanding an area that existed around the edges of the enclave before the war and adding a large security area in the so-called Netzarim corridor through the middle of Gaza.
Israel expands military effort in Gaza, defence minister says
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But a longer-term offensive in Gaza could also draw stiff resistance from the Israeli public, a majority of which has been clamoring for a hostage release deal instead of a return to war.
Israel announces expansion of military operation in Gaza to seize ‘large areas’ of land, ordering residents to leave
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After one year and a half of war that has exhausted everyone, children and their parents, too, are just worn out physically and mentally.
As Israel Advances in Gaza, Many Exhausted Families Flee Again. Some Can't Bear it
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Hezbollah and Israel agreed to a temporary cease-fire last November after the Israeli military decimated the terror group’s forces and top leadership, including slain founder Hassan Nasrallah.
Hezbollah, Quds Force official killed in Israeli airstrike in Beirut
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Israel’s targeting of journalists is an escalation of the erosion of journalism across the world.
Israel’s Genocide Has Reportedly Killed More Journalists Than WWI and WWII Combined
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Updated: Apr 2nd, 2025, 4:37 AM ET

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Israeli airstrikes in Beirut and escalating military actions in Gaza have resulted in increased casualties and humanitarian crises. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced an expansion of operations in Gaza, urging evacuations and targeting Hamas infrastructure. Meanwhile, UNICEF reports over 322 children killed since the renewed offensive began on March 18. Aid has been severely blocked since March 2, leading to shortages. More than 140,000 Palestinians have been displaced in recent weeks, facing dire living conditions. Prime Minister Netanyahu faces scrutiny over alleged financial ties to Qatar, dismissing it as a 'witch hunt.' International condemnation grows.

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The humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen, with UNICEF reporting over 322 children killed since Israel's escalation in March, exacerbating concerns over the impact of ongoing conflict on vulnerable populations.
The UN has warned that without immediate humanitarian aid, preventable conditions and malnutrition will surge, increasing the risk of preventable child deaths in Gaza.
The situation is further complicated as both Israel and Hamas blame each other for the breakdown of ceasefires, leading to an urgent call for international intervention to address the humanitarian crisis.

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