Gaza City has faced intense air attacks for days as Israeli forces prepare to occupy it, causing heavy destruction and many civilian casualties. Rescue efforts are hindered by ongoing shelling.

International powers warn of a worsening famine in Gaza and urge immediate aid access. Israel denies starvation claims and blames delays on aid agencies. Attacks near aid sites have killed over 1,300 Palestinians, mostly by Israeli forces, according to BBC.

The WHO called for urgent delivery of medical supplies to address a dire health crisis before the expected occupation.

Israel plans to dismantle remaining Hamas strongholds and increase aid through safe corridors and air drops. Meanwhile, residents report relentless strikes and mounting casualties.

Hamas reports 100 deaths in a day, including malnutrition cases. Global leaders and rights groups accuse Israel of causing famine and possible genocide, which Israel denies, BBC reported.

Tensions grew after Israel killed five Al Jazeera journalists, drawing international criticism.

Since Hamas’s October 7 attack, Israel’s response has resulted in over 61,000 Palestinian deaths, per Gaza’s health ministry and UN data.