Israel has long restricted or completely blocked aid to Gaza on the argument that Hamas steals it to use as a weapon of control over the population.

When Sayfollah Musallet of Tampa, Florida, was beaten to death by Israeli settlers in the West Bank two weeks ago, he became the fourth Palestinian-American killed in the occupied territory since the war in Gaza began.

Zamir noted that the IDF will work to enhance its robotic capabilities, which will then be integrated into combat teams, remote operations, and other areas. Israel is at a "significant crossroads" in its war,

The Israeli teenagers risking jail, friendships and family to refuse conscription to the IDF - IN DEPTH: Ostracised by the public and facing military prison, Israeli teen ‘refusers’ are burning their IDF draft letters in protest at its actions in Gaza.

Amichay Eliyahu’s comments came amid growing hunger in the territory, where Israel controls the delivery of food.

"Israeli authorities are the sole decision makers on who, how, and how much aid enters the Gaza Strip, and the type of supplies that are allowed in,” Stéphane Dujarric told the 'Post. ' While hundreds of aid trucks are positioned near the Kerem Shalom crossing,

Israel said it received Hamas' latest ceasefire proposal, with an Israeli official calling it “workable,” although no details were provided. The official spoke on condition of

The BBC and Reuters have made a Gaza statement urging Israel to let journalists in and out as they face threat of starvation.