Israel is 'expanding operations' in Gaza as the world holds its breath over whether a ground invasion will be launched.
Israel is "expanding operations" in Gaza as the world holds its breath over whether a ground invasion will be launched. The Israeli Defence Forces' top spokesman said in an update on Friday evening that the military is "prepared on all fronts".The news came as the bombardment against Gaza appeared to ramp up and communication lines to the strip seemed to be cut.It has launched raids into the territory, with a second armoured night incursion taking place yesterday.
Instead, it is pummelling the strip with air strikes, leaving about 7,000 people dead as it targets Hamas.Read more: 'Bring them home': Hundreds of balloons released in London for each Hamas hostage as families demand safe returnThe attacks have led to fears of a humanitarian catastrophe as other countries plead with Israel to ensure aid can get into the strip.
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