In a shocking turn of events, the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, made a surprise visit to troops in northern Gaza yesterday. The visit comes amidst the intensification of Israel's war effort against Hamas, with Sunday being one of the deadliest nights in Gaza since the conflict began. The Hamas-run health ministry reported that at least 70 people were killed at a refugee camp in central Gaza, which Israel is currently reviewing as a potential result of their own attack.
Over the weekend, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported engaging in fierce battles in both the northern and southern regions of Gaza. Tragically, 15 IDF soldiers lost their lives in the fighting, bringing the military death toll to 154 since operations against Hamas commenced. As the war continues, the wife of Prime Minister Netanyahu has reached out to global leaders, including the Pope, seeking assistance in rescuing the 129 hostages that Israel believes are still being held by Hamas in Gaza.
