Israel Intensifies Gaza Offensive as Rocket Fire Escalates

Amid ongoing conflict, Israel targets Hamas strongholds while militants launch rockets into Israeli territory for a third consecutive day.

The Israeli military has escalated operations in northern Gaza, aiming to dismantle remaining Hamas resistance in the region.
Palestinian militants have fired eight rockets at Israel since Friday, with five launched on Sunday; Israel's Iron Dome intercepted two while others landed in open areas.
Israeli forces struck the Al-Wafa hospital in Gaza, claiming it was a Hamas command center, while Palestinian officials reported seven civilian deaths in the attack.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful prostate surgery, delaying his corruption trial hearings to January 6 and beyond.
Since the conflict began in October 2023, over 45,500 Palestinians and 824 Israeli soldiers have been killed, with negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage exchange reportedly stalled.