On Sunday, Israeli armored troops advanced further into Gaza City, fueling the conflict in residential areas. Local medics said they were not able to answer dozens of calls of help because of the intense shell firing and blocked roads. Families trapped in destroyed buildings with limited food, water, and medical assistance were described by the witnesses. The humanitarian agencies threatened an aggravation of the crisis and requested that Israel should permit safe evacuation corridors. The Israeli military claimed that the mission was against Hamas fighters who used civilian areas as shields.
This is escalating as international mediators strive to resuscitate ceasefire talks, but the chances are bleak. According to the aid organizations, the situation in Gaza is tearing up, as thousands of people have been displaced, and health facilities are overwhelmed.
