"As the military announced the resumption of fighting, health officials said the death toll in Gaza has risen to 63,025, with 59 deaths reported by hospitals over the last 24 hours. Aid groups and a church sheltering people said they would stay in Gaza City, refusing to abandon the hungry and displaced. The shift comes weeks after Israel first announced plans to widen its offensive in the city, where hundreds of thousands are sheltering while enduring famine."
"Israel has called Gaza City a Hamas stronghold, alleging that a network of tunnels remain in use despite several previous large-scale raids on the area throughout nearly 23 months of war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Israel needs to cripple Hamas' capabilities in the city to avoid a repeat of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that ignited the war."
Israeli forces announced a resumption of fighting and intensified strikes on Gaza City's outskirts while the military prepares to widen its offensive. Health officials reported Gaza's death toll at 63,025, with 59 deaths in the last 24 hours and five malnutrition-related deaths over 24 hours. Hundreds of thousands shelter in Gaza City amid famine and alleged Hamas tunnel networks. Aid groups and a church said they will remain in Gaza City, refusing to abandon hungry and displaced residents. Residents described ongoing massacres despite humanitarian pauses and deplorable conditions for those who fled south and set up tents.
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