The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza has said more than 9,000 people have been killed in the Strip since 7 October.
Israel has bombarded the area with air strikes since Hamas killed more than 1,400 people in Israel and kidnapped more than 200 others.
Israel’s military says it’s targeting Hamas infrastructure, including tunnels and rocket launchers, and minimising civilian deaths.
On the ground, five main battles are taking place between Israel and Hamas in the north of the Gaza Strip
More civilians reportedly left Gaza via the Rafah crossing on Thursday; the UN says more than 400 people did so yesterday.
Responding to a heckler during a speech, US President Joe Biden said there should be a “pause” in fighting to facilitate the release of hostages.
Hamas run health ministry says 9,000 killed in Gaza since October 7th
