Israeli army expands military operations in Gaza City
The Israeli military said on Monday that it is 'operating intensively' and 'will expand' its operations in different areas in Gaza City and Jabalia, ordering Palestinians to move to al-Mawasi area in the south of the Strip.
In a post on X, it issued a warning to Palestinians living in Gaza City, Jabalia areas, and in different neighbourhoods including East Zaytoun, the Old Town, Turkmen, Ajdida, Tuffah, and Daraj.
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