Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 05:33am on 06 Nov 2023,Monday International
Israeli forces have encircled Gaza City, intensifying their military operations against Hamas despite international calls for a ceasefire. The Israeli military launched significant strikes on Hamas targets, focusing on dismantling the militant group's underground infrastructure. Israeli officials estimate that infantry forces will enter Gaza City within the next 48 hours. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, on a Middle East tour, met with Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas but faced Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's firm stance on continuing the offensive until all hostages held by Hamas are released. The conflict has entered its thirtieth day, with over 9,730 Palestinians reported killed by the Hamas-controlled health ministry.
