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Has Israel launched its offensive in Gaza City?

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Israel has intensified its military operations around Gaza City, with widespread airstrikes and shelling, but the main ground offensive is described as impending or imminent. Civilians are evacuating in anticipation, and Israeli officials state the evacuation is inevitable. The offensive is not yet fully launched but is escalating rapidly.

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Impending assault on Gaza City sparks mass exodus

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  • Hundreds of Palestinians are evacuating Gaza City ahead of a major Israeli ground offensive.
  • Intensified airstrikes and military orders are forcing families to flee south. 19s
  • Residents are moving to already overcrowded areas, worsening the humanitarian crisis. 54s
  • Repeated displacement and fear are reported among those fleeing. 1m 2s
  • The offensive threatens further destruction and risks to hostages as ceasefire talks remain stalled. 1m 17s
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Impending assault on Gaza City sparks mass exodus
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Africanews
3 hours ago
Impending assault on Gaza City sparks mass exodus

A major Israeli ground offensive is anticipated, with airstrikes intensifying and residents evacuating in response to the announced operation.

Thousands flee Gaza City as Israel threatens new offensive
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DW News
10 hours ago
Thousands flee Gaza City as Israel threatens new offensive

Israel is ramping up pressure on Gaza City, causing mass displacement as it threatens a new offensive.

Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City
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CBC News
2 days ago
Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza City

The Israeli military is intensifying operations on the outskirts of Gaza City ahead of the main offensive to seize and occupy all of Gaza City.

Sit-in protests target Padilla, Schiff over Israel arms supply
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Fox News
2 days ago
Sit-in protests target Padilla, Schiff over Israel arms supply

Israeli troops are pressing deeper into Gaza City and officials say evacuations are inevitable, with a larger offensive expected.

Families flee Gaza City after Israeli bombardment
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Reuters
3 days ago
Families flee Gaza City after Israeli bombardment

Israel is preparing to launch a new offensive in Gaza City, targeting what it describes as Hamas's last bastion.

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