“Gaza is burning,” wrote the Israeli Defense Minister – Israel launched a ground operation in the city at dawn
IDF tanks have entered the heart of the city – Families of hostages protest outside Netanyahu’s residence – The capture of Gaza City puts hostages’ lives at risk, says Hamas
Israel levels one of Gaza City’s tallest buildings (video)
Several injured civilians were taken to al-Shifa hospital for medical treatment – IDF say the building was used by Hamas
Recognition of a Palestinian state will create more problems, Rubio says
He stressed that the recognition of the Palestinian state would provoke reactions, which would make ceasefire efforts even more difficult
