Israel Expands Military Campaign in Gaza, Plans to Seize Large Areas

Defense Minister Israel Katz announces land seizures, evacuations, and incorporation of Gaza territories into Israeli security zones as part of an intensified operation.

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed a major expansion of military operations in Gaza, including plans to seize and incorporate large areas into Israel's security zones.
The expanded campaign aims to eliminate Hamas and recover Israeli hostages, with Katz urging Gaza residents to oppose Hamas leadership.
Evacuation orders were issued for residents in Gaza’s southern Rafah area, instructing them to relocate north as combat zones intensify.
The operation includes efforts to dismantle terrorist infrastructure and clear seized areas, though specifics on troop involvement remain unclear.
The escalation exacerbates Gaza’s ongoing humanitarian crisis, with international attention focused on the long-term implications of Israel’s actions.