The Nation Newspaper Israel launches expanded ground operation in Gaza
after creating a near-blackout of communication in the area. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a war for Israel’s existence.
Gaza residents described the massive bombardment from land, air, and sea as the most intense of the three-week-long Israel-Hamas conflict. The Israeli government reports that more than 1,400 people were killed in Israel during a surprise incursion by Hamas militants, including at least 310 soldiers. At least 229 hostages were taken into Gaza, and four have since been released.Meanwhile, the Federal Government has reiterated its call for an immediate durable and sustained humanitarian truce between Israeli forces and Hamas in Gaza.
“The Federal Government of Nigeria also calls on all parties involved to immediately agree to a ceasefire and engage in diplomatic negotiations to resolve the conflict.
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