1. The Israeli military announced plans to deploy more troops for ground operations, aiming to take control of Gaza City.
2. A division of Israeli troops is expected to join the ongoing operations in the coming days, with forces already advancing towards the city center.
3. Clashes escalated on Thursday, resulting in approximately 20 fatalities due to Israel's airstrikes and offensives. Additionally, Hamas claimed to be holding hostages across Gaza City, warning that further Israeli operations could jeopardize their release.
2. A division of Israeli troops is expected to join the ongoing operations in the coming days, with forces already advancing towards the city center.
3. Clashes escalated on Thursday, resulting in approximately 20 fatalities due to Israel's airstrikes and offensives. Additionally, Hamas claimed to be holding hostages across Gaza City, warning that further Israeli operations could jeopardize their release.
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Summary
Israel plans to increase ground troop presence in Gaza City, with additional forces expected to join ongoing operations. Clashes have resulted in around 20 fatalities and Hamas claims to be holding hostages. Further Israeli actions could potentially endanger these hostages' release.