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Israel Intensifies Gaza Offensive Amid Rising Civilian Deaths

9/22/2025

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Israel escalated its military offensive in Gaza City, targeting around 100 sites in 24 hours, leading to at least 34 deaths.
The Israeli military reported killing multiple Hamas operatives and destroying critical infrastructure, including tunnels and weapon depots.
Health officials noted over 40 fatalities from strikes, raising concerns about civilian casualties.
Protests in Israel demanded an end to the war and recognition of a Palestinian state, amid formal recognitions from several countries.
Prime Minister Netanyahu opposed a Palestinian state, claiming it rewards Hamas, as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with over 65,000 deaths and 90% of the population displaced.

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Israel escalated its military offensive in Gaza City, targeting around 100 sites in 24 hours, leading to at least 34 deaths.
The Israeli military reported killing multiple Hamas operatives and destroying critical infrastructure, including tunnels and weapon depots.
Health officials noted over 40 fatalities from strikes, raising concerns about civilian casualties.
Protests in Israel demanded an end to the war and recognition of a Palestinian state, amid formal recognitions from several countries.
Prime Minister Netanyahu opposed a Palestinian state, claiming it rewards Hamas, as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens, with over 65,000 deaths and 90% of the population displaced.