Israeli Tanks Advance Into Gaza City Trapping Hundreds of Thousands Amid Intensifying Offensive

Israeli tanks have advanced deeper into densely populated neighborhoods of Gaza City, including Sabra, Tel al-Hawa, Sheikh Radwan, and Al-Nasser, intensifying the military offensive that began on September 16. This escalation has trapped many civilians, with local health authorities unable to respond to numerous emergency calls due to ongoing bombardments and denied rescue requests. The Israeli military reported striking 140 military targets, including militants and infrastructure, while continuing ground operations closer to Gaza City's center and western areas where hundreds of thousands are sheltering. The humanitarian crisis is worsening, with multiple health facilities and malnutrition centers in Gaza closing and an estimated 350,000 to 400,000 Palestinians displaced. Diplomatic efforts continue with U.S. President Donald Trump planning a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee engaging with Egyptian officials mediating between Israel and Hamas. The Palestinian health ministry reported at least 77 people killed by Israeli fire in the past 24 hours, contributing to a death toll of over 66,000 since the conflict's escalation in October 2023.