In recent weeks, the Israeli military says it has targeted more than 500 sites linked to Hamas.
Published: September 13, 2025 9:07 AM IST
Israel’s civil defense agency said that around 50 people were killed on Friday during military operations in Gaza. The Israeli army has stepped up its attacks on Gaza City, the largest city in the Gaza Strip. Despite repeated orders from the army, thousands of residents in Gaza City have refused to leave their homes and move to the “safe zones” marked by Israel. The city, considered a stronghold of Hamas, has been under heavy shelling and airstrikes. Food supplies to the area have also been cut off.
According to reports, 50 people died in Israeli strikes on Friday alone. The Israeli government has announced plans to take control of Gaza City and hold it. Officials believe that Israeli hostages may still be inside the city. Israel accuses Hamas of using ordinary civilians as human shields, which could increase casualties and draw global criticism of Israel’s military campaign.
Israel still unable to capture Hamas stronghold after 23 months
Gaza City, seen as the main base of Hamas, has not been fully taken by the Israeli army even after 23 months of continuous attacks. While Israeli forces managed to clear out the suburbs, they have struggled to launch a full ground offensive inside the crowded city.
At present, the army is destroying tall buildings with airstrikes so that Hamas fighters cannot use them for sniper attacks or to watch Israeli troop movements.
In recent weeks, the Israeli military says it has targeted more than 500 sites linked to Hamas. Meanwhile, Israeli reserve soldiers stationed in Gaza have refused to leave, declaring that they want to stay and hold the area once it is under Israel’s control.
Knife attack injures two in Jerusalem
On Friday, two people were injured in a stabbing attack outside a hotel in Jerusalem. A 50-year-old man was seriously hurt, while a 25-year-old man is receiving treatment in hospital and is now in stable condition.
Israeli police have described the incident as a terrorist attack.
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