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Israel Expands Ground Offensive in Gaza as Ceasefire Talks Stall

Operation Gideon Chariots intensifies with Israeli troops advancing into northern and southern Gaza, while negotiations in Qatar show no progress toward a truce or hostage deal.

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike in Jabalya, northern Gaza on May 18, 2025.
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Palestinians inspect the damage caused by an Israeli airstrike that struck tents at Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, Saturday, May 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Abdel Kareem Hana)

Overview

  • Israeli forces have launched extensive ground operations in Gaza, targeting Hamas infrastructure and aiming for 'operational control' in key areas.
  • At least 130 Palestinians were killed in the latest overnight strikes, adding to the more than 53,000 deaths reported since the conflict began in October 2023.
  • Israel has announced it will allow limited food deliveries into Gaza to address growing famine risks caused by the ongoing blockade.
  • Ceasefire and hostage negotiations in Qatar remain deadlocked, with Hamas rejecting Israel's terms for disarmament and exile of its leaders.
  • Gaza's health system is nearing total collapse, with hospitals overwhelmed, medical supplies exhausted, and critical facilities forced to shut down due to Israeli strikes.