Israel's defense minister threatened to destroy Gaza City unless Hamas meets its demands, including releasing hostages and disarmament. Gaza faces a severe famine, worsened by the conflict and blockade. A major Israeli offensive on Gaza City could begin within days, despite warnings of a humanitarian catastrophe. Israel insists this is necessary to free hostages, while Hamas rejects disarmament without a Palestinian state. A ceasefire proposal is on the table, but Israel's far-right coalition may reject it. The conflict has already claimed thousands of Palestinian lives, with malnutrition adding to the death toll.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.