Israel Expands Military Operation in Gaza, Death Toll Hits 50,000

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has intensified its ground offensive in Gaza, creating the 'Morag Corridor' to isolate Rafah and increase pressure on Hamas for the release of 59 hostages. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the IDF is gradually cutting off areas to force Hamas to comply, while airstrikes continue targeting Hamas sites, reportedly resulting in significant casualties. The military operation resumed after a six-week truce was broken, with reports indicating that over 1,000 people have been killed since then, including many civilians. Amid this escalation, there are growing international concerns regarding Israel's actions, with accusations of war crimes stemming from airstrikes on civilian targets, including a UN clinic. Defense Minister Israel Katz noted plans to seize large areas of Gaza for Israeli security zones. The situation remains dire, with high civilian casualties and humanitarian issues worsening as military operations proceed.