Hospital officials in Gaza say Israeli strikes and gunfire have killed at least 33 Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid.

Even with ceasefire talks ongoing, Israel is pressing ahead with plans to capture Gaza City, the densely populated heart of the enclave. Mr Netanyahu confirmed earlier this month that the security cabinet had approved an operation to retake the city despite growing international condemnation.

The White House has not commented on a report finding famine in Gaza. Analysts say that absent U.S. pressure, Israel is unlikely to change course.

Hospital officials say Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid were among at least 25 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza. The new attacks happened Saturday as the

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s defense minister warned Friday that Gaza’s largest city would be destroyed unless Hamas yields to Israel’s terms, as the world’s leading authority on food crises said the city was gripped by famine from fighting and blockade.

Qatar says it is "almost identical" to a US proposal for a 60-day truce, during which around half of 50 hostages would be released.

IDF chief says army 'expanding activity in Gaza'; Hamas calls for open borders for aid after UN famine report; PMO calls famine declaration 'outright lie' and 'modern blood libel'

Israeli forces eliminate Gaza terrorist involved in October 7 Kibbutz Nir Oz invasion and Yarden Bibas kidnapping during August 10 airstrike, IDF and Shin Bet announce