Overview

• Israel has extended its military campaign in Gaza, with Defense Minister Israel Katz confirming plans to seize 'large zones' for security purposes.
• Over 1,000 people have been killed since the conflict resumed on March 18, with recent airstrikes on April 2 killing at least 15 civilians, including children.
• Gaza remains under a month-long blockade on humanitarian aid, exacerbating severe shortages and displacing over 150,000 residents since March.
• Israel has called on Gaza residents to evacuate designated areas and urged them to act against Hamas, linking territorial annexation threats to the release of hostages.
• International condemnation is growing, with the UN and UK expressing concerns over civilian casualties and urging adherence to international humanitarian law.