16.09.2025 08:41
Israel launched a ground operation with the aim of occupying Gaza. As intense bombardment sounds rose throughout the night in the city, violent explosions turned night into day.
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Israel has officially launched its ground operation against Gaza. The first images related to the operation were shared from the region throughout the night. The images showed that different points in Gaza were under heavy bombardment.
NIGHT TURNED INTO DAY
As violent explosions shook the city of Gaza, the airstrikes that were carried out one after another turned the night almost into day.
14 PEOPLE HAVE DIED
It has been reported that many buildings have been destroyed in the attacks launched from the air and ground, and so far, 14 people have lost their lives. It is stated that the number may increase further.
KATZ: WE WILL NOT BACK DOWN
In a statement regarding the attacks, Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz said, "Gaza is burning. The Israeli army is striking the terrorist infrastructure with an iron fist, and our soldiers are heroically fighting to create the necessary conditions for the rescue of hostages and the elimination of Hamas. We will not relax or back down until the mission is complete."
OCCUPATION PLAN HAD BEEN APPROVED
Meanwhile, the Israeli government had previously approved a plan foreseeing the gradual occupation of Gaza, proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. With the latest operation, it is assessed that the plan has been effectively put into action.
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