Israeli forces intensified military operations in Gaza over the past 24 hours, launching airstrikes on 45 locations across the enclave.

Attacks targeted northern Sujaia and southern Al-Mawasi killing several Palestinians and injuring many. Nearly 100 people remain missing amid the onslaught.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Kaps announced that newly captured areas will integrate into Israel’s security zones warning Hamas to release hostages or face escalated operations.

Meanwhile, dissent brews within Israel’s military. Around 1,000 reserve soldiers signed a letter demanding an end to the Gaza conflict, claiming it serves political gains rather than national defense, according to local media. Israel’s defense department threatened to dismiss signatories unless they retract their support Al Jazeera reported.

Gaza faces a worsening humanitarian crisis as Israeli operations trigger famine-like conditions. Residents struggle with shortages of food, clean water and medicine. The United Nations reports Israel has blocked 68% of aid deliveries since March 18, with attacks on relief workers and aid vehicles surging.

In a diplomatic move French President Emmanuel Macron visited Egypt, voicing support for Gaza’s oppressed population. During a Wednesday visit to an aid center Macron hinted France might recognize Palestine as a state by June, signaling potential shifts in Middle East dynamics.

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Escalating violence and aid restrictions continue to plunge Gaza into chaos drawing global attention to the region’s plight.