Israeli tanks have been positioned ahead of a planned ground operation in Gaza, with eyewitnesses reporting that while Israeli forces announced a ground operation, tanks had not yet entered the city as of Wednesday. Amid military preparations, tens of thousands of Palestinians are evacuating. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported ongoing strikes against Hamas targets, worsening the humanitarian crisis as over 65,000 deaths have been recorded since the war began, approximately 70% of which are believed to be women and children.
The situation is dire, with an independent UN investigation alleging genocide by Israel, a claim Israel has denied. Reports indicate that large tent camps remain in Gaza, housing over 350,000 people, while the IDF has opened new routes for civilians to leave the city for a limited time.
International condemnation of Israeli attacks continues to grow, with calls for a halt to military operations from countries including China and Canada. The European Commission is considering trade sanctions against Israel, although some EU members express concerns about the implications. Israeli officials argue that such actions are politically misguided and will harm European interests.
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