Israel maintains pressure on Gaza City as 'first stages of attack begin'
Thursday, 21 August 2025 () Gaza City residents say Israel carried out intense overnight bombardments as it prepares a controversial offensive to take control of the area.
In a stunning battlefield reversal, the IDF admitted to its first major failure in southern Gaza after Hamas fighters launched a sudden tunnel ambush. Over 20 Hamas operatives emerged, splitting into groups and striking with rifles, grenades, and RPGs. The clash led to intense close combat, leaving...
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Israel’s new full-scale Gaza operation has met back-to-back defeats after Hamas launched coordinated attacks with Al-Qassam and Al-Quds Brigades. Verified footage shows Israeli tanks and vehicles hit near Khan Younis, while IDF soldiers came under heavy fire in a sudden guerrilla assault. In a rare admission, the IDF confirmed its first major failure as Hamas fighters emerged from tunnels, breaching a platoon stronghold. Armed with RPGs, rifles, and grenades, Hamas ambushed Merkava 4 tanks, signaling a prolonged and bldy battle ahead.
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Israel has launched a massive new offensive in Gaza, killing at least 81 Palestinians in the opening wave of attacks and forcing over one million civilians into danger. The IDF has called up 50,000 reservists to expand operations, sparking fears of mass displacement. Hamas vowed to continue its “war of attrition,” while clashes left dozens dead, including fighters and civilians. The U.S. escalated tensions by sanctioning ICC officials over war crime probes, drawing criticism from rights groups and world leaders who warn of a worsening humanitarian crisis.
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