Israeli tanks advance

As Israeli tanks advanced into Khan Younis, southern Gaza, tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians were forced to evacuate their homes following a military directive. The ongoing military operations, aimed at preventing Hamas from regrouping, have led to substantial destruction and loss of life, with Gaza health authorities reporting at least 80 fatalities since Monday, contributing to an overall death toll exceeding 39,000 in nearly ten months of conflict. Many displaced families are enduring overcrowded conditions and scarcity of basic necessities, with reports of people spending nights in the streets. The United Nations refugee agency described the situation as 'impossible', highlighting the exhaustion of civilians from continuous displacement. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated that conditions for a potential hostage exchange deal with Hamas are improving, amid ongoing ceasefire talks facilitated by international mediators. The Israeli military continues to target sites associated with militant activities, intensifying the conflict in the region.