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Israel pounds Gaza City suburbs, vows to press on with planned offensive

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August 25, 2025

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Israel pounds Gaza City suburbs, vows to press on with planned offensive

CAIRO/JERUSALEM - Israeli planes and tanks pounded the eastern and northern outskirts of Gaza City overnight from Aug 23 to 24, destroying buildings and homes, residents said, as Israeli leaders vowed to press on with a planned offensive on the city.

Witnesses reported the sound of explosions in the areas of Zeitoun and Shejaia, while tanks shelled houses and roads in the Sabra neighbourhood and several buildings were blown up in northern town Jabalia.

The Israeli military said on Aug 24 that its forces have returned to combat in the Jabalia area in recent days, to dismantle militant tunnels and strengthen control.

It added that the operation "enables the expansion of combat into additional areas and prevents Hamas terrorists from returning to operate in these areas".

Israel approved a plan in August to seize control of Gaza City, describing it as Hamas' last bastion.

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