Israeli forces appear to have encircled Gaza City, a week after expanding ground operations.
A major urban fight inside Gaza City, which appears imminent, could be a lot more costly.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAfter a week of expanded ground operations inside the Gaza Strip, Israeli forces appear to have encircled the coastal enclave's main city.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) "are encircling Gaza City from the air, the land, and the sea," Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari said at a press briefing on Friday.
With Gaza City now effectively encircled and a deeper assault on it appearing imminent, the casualty figures could continue to rise.
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