JERUSALEM — Israel said Friday it plans to take over Gaza City — an escalation of its 22-month war with Hamas that drew a dismissal from the militant group, renewed international calls to end the conflict, and stirred fears for hostages still held in Gaza.

What You Need To Know • Israel says it plans to take over Gaza City • The decision to escalate its 22-month war with Hamas drew a dismissal from the militant group, renewed international calls to end the conflict and stirred fears for hostages still in Gaza • Israel's air and ground war has already killed tens of thousands of people in Gaza, destroyed vast areas and pushed the territory toward famine • The timing of another major ground operation remains unclear but will almost certainly exacerbate the humanitarian catastrophe

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