U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this Monday as tensions escalate in Gaza City. Israeli tanks have pushed deeper into the city, and the Al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, say they've lost contact with two hostages held in the area. 😟
The Al-Qassam Brigades called for a 24-hour pause in airstrikes to rescue the two hostages, but the Israeli military said it had no plans to halt its advances. Residents in parts of Gaza City's Sabra district were ordered to evacuate as strikes and building demolitions loomed.
Meanwhile, the Gaza Health Ministry reported at least 77 people killed by Israeli fire in the last 24 hours. With roads blocked and communication down, local health teams couldn't respond to many SOS calls from trapped residents. 📞💔
Humanitarian efforts face obstacles. Gaza's Civil Emergency Service says Israel denied 73 requests to rescue injured residents, submitted through international groups. The Israeli military hasn't commented on these denials.
On the relief front, Egypt rolled out a massive aid convoy carrying nearly 3,000 tonnes of supplies via the Egyptian Red Crescent. Still, famine and malnutrition have taken a tragic toll: 422 lives lost, including 145 children, since the conflict began. 🚚❤️🩹
As the humanitarian situation worsens, all eyes will be on Monday’s high-stakes meeting. Will Trump and Netanyahu outline a path to saving hostages and easing civilian suffering, or will the offensive continue to push Gaza to the brink? Stay tuned for updates. 🤝🗺️
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