Israel has launched a targeted overnight raid into Gaza, striking multiple targets, including terrorist cells and missile launch posts, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hints at preparations for a ground war. The incursion follows recent Hamas attacks, prompting a surge in hostilities. The death toll in Gaza rises, and international leaders, including U.S. President Joe Biden, call for protecting civilians. Fears of a regional conflagration grow as violence spreads beyond Gaza. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing airstrikes, ground operations, and humanitarian concerns in the beleaguered region.
Israel conducted overnight raids with tanks in Gaza ahead of ‘next stage’: Army
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