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Israel’s ground offensive in Gaza City has officially kicked off, drawing major global backlash. Residents spotted tanks advancing into key neighborhoods, and a total communications blackout—no internet or phone—across the Gaza Strip signals more intense action ahead.
Rising Toll & Tough Conditions
In just 24 hours, at least 79 Palestinians lost their lives to strikes and gunfire—mostly in Gaza City, say Gaza health authorities. With roads choked by rubble and aid convoys struggling to reach civilians, the humanitarian situation is dire.
Global Leaders Sound the Alarm
UN chief Antonio Guterres called the destruction “morally, politically and legally intolerable,” while the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights urged an end to the “wanton destruction.”
China’s foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said the country firmly opposes any harm to civilians and violations of international law. Arab states—Jordan, Qatar, Egypt and Saudi Arabia—slammed the offensive as a blatant breach of humanitarian rules. European powers (France, Britain, Germany) are demanding an immediate ceasefire, and the European Commission is even eyeing tariffs on Israeli goods.
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the Palestinian people and renewed calls for a ceasefire and hostage releases. 🕊️
Humanitarian Shockwaves
The Gaza health authorities report that the civilian death toll in the two-year conflict has now passed 65,000. To ease the crisis, the Israel Defense Forces opened a 48-hour evacuation route, but Israeli officials warn that fighting may intensify over the next month or two.
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Israel's ground operations striking Gaza City draw global condemnation
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