DEVELOPING: Israeli Assault on Gaza City Sparks Widespread Panic as Civilians Flee Bombardment

BREAKING NEWS Israeli Military Launches Ground Operations in Gaza City, Thousands Flee Bombardment The Israeli military has confirmed it has begun ground operations as part of its large-scale assault on Gaza City, sparking widespread panic among civilians. The operation is aimed at occupying the city, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described as Hamas's last major stronghold. Thousands of families are attempting to flee the city through designated routes, with many reporting severe congestion and long delays. Lina al-Maghrebi, a 32-year-old mother of three from Sheikh Radwan neighbourhood, said she was forced to sell her jewellery to cover evacuation costs after receiving an order from an Israeli officer. The Israeli military has designated the al-Rashid coastal road as the only permitted route for civilians to use. The operation is part of a "powerful" assault launched by Israel in Gaza City. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*