Israel Calls Up 60,000 Reservists for Gaza City Offensive
Israel is significantly escalating its military campaign with the launch of “Operation Gideon’s Chariots II,” mobilizing tens of thousands of additional troops in preparation for a major offensive in Gaza City—despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas. Major Troop Mobilization: Defense Minister Israel Katz has authorized the call-up of 60,000 reservists and the extension of service for another 20,000, marking a significant military escalation in the Gaza conflict Target Areas – Gaza City Core: The operation focuses on key Hamas strongholds, including densely populated neighborhoods like Zeitoun and Jabalia, and seeks to dismantle underground tunnel networks. Humanitarian Alarm: With Gaza already reeling from extended conflict, relief groups and the UN warn that the offensive could spark another humanitarian catastrophe, potentially displacing hundreds of thousands amid famine and infrastructure collapse. As Israel prepares to escalate its offensive on Gaza City with a […]