Israel's military stands ready to launch a massive ground assault on Gaza City , with thousands of troops being positioned as part of "preliminary actions" to seize the densely populated civilian zone. ‌

60,000 of Israel's citizens have been mobilised for active service ahead of the major offensive on Gaza's largest city, where nearly half of the territory's displaced population are now taking refuge. ‌

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene a security cabinet meeting this week (August 21) to secure approval for the military operation on Gaza City, where 70 per cent of all structures have been damaged following relentless airstrikes and a catastrophic siege in 2024. ‌

This cabinet gathering will not be addressing the ceasefire agreement accepted by Hamas earlier this

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