Israel plans to expand its military offensive in the Gaza Strip and seize the entire Palestinian enclave, displacing hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to southern Gaza. The ongoing conflict has resulted in thousands of casualties, including women and children, and has caused a humanitarian crisis with a risk of famine looming over Gaza's population.
Key Points
Israel plans to expand military offensive in Gaza and seize the entire enclave
Displacement of Palestinians to southern Gaza to prevent aid from reaching Hamas
Risk of famine and humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to blockade
Pros
Increased pressure on Hamas to return hostages
Efforts to prevent humanitarian aid from reaching Hamas
Cons
Displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians