Long Haul Ahead ⏳
Israel’s state-owned Kan TV News reports the Gaza City operation is set to last at least six months. The Israeli security cabinet gave the green light, and senior security sources shared the updated timeline.
Mass Evacuations & Humanitarian Push 🚚
The plan kicks off with moving over 800,000 Gaza City residents to the Al-Mawasi "humanitarian zone" in southern Gaza within two weeks. It’s a massive logistical challenge to create space for the upcoming ground operation.
Ground Operation Gears Up 🪖
In about a month, a reserve division will join the five divisions already stationed in Gaza. Together, they’re gearing up for an intense ground offensive slated to start in roughly two months.
Quadrupling Aid 📦
To tackle the humanitarian side, Israel aims to boost daily aid trucks to 1,200—four times the current flow. More trucks mean more food, water, and medicine reaching civilians in need.
Voices of Opposition & Protests 🗣️
Not everyone’s on board. Inside Israel, military officials and families of hostages have voiced strong concerns. Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv’s "Hostages Square" demanding a ceasefire and hostage releases.
In Turkiye, protests at Beyazit Square saw crowds chanting "Murderer Israel, get out of Palestine" and holding banners accusing Israel of starving Gaza. President Erdogan even called Palestinian President Abbas, denouncing the plan as "absolutely unacceptable."
Global Watch 🌐
Critics warn the escalation could violate international law, worsen the humanitarian crisis, and stall ceasefire efforts. With debates raging from Jerusalem to Istanbul, all eyes are on Gaza City.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
