Israel has intensified its bombardment of Gaza City, with medics reporting the deaths of at least 16 Palestinians on Thursday, bringing the 24-hour death toll to 71. The increased strikes precede an anticipated ground offensive into Gaza City, Hamas' last urban stronghold.

• Over 62,000 Palestinians, primarily women and children, have been killed by the Israeli military since October 7, 2023.
• United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of "devastating consequences" from Israel's expanded military operations and denounced the obstruction of humanitarian aid, stating that starvation is being used as a method of warfare.
• The Gaza health ministry reported 4 more deaths from malnutrition and starvation, bringing the total to 317, including 121 children, since the conflict began.