Israeli tanks are massed near Gaza City, poised for a ground operation despite international condemnation and a UN finding of potential genocide. Tens of thousands of Palestinians have already fled, amid an escalating humanitarian crisis with parts of Gaza declared under famine. Over 65,000 people have died since the war began, with the Palestinian health ministry reporting 98 more deaths in the last 24 hours. Israel claims to be targeting Hamas positions but also has struck a children's hospital. International pressure mounts, with the EU proposing trade sanctions against Israel.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.