Israeli Forces Push Forward in Gaza as Aid Arrives and Conflict Escalates

Israeli forces have advanced further into Gaza, engaging in heavy fighting with Hamas militants in the north. Reports of airstrikes near hospitals have raised concerns about the safety of civilians, while telecoms cuts have hampered rescue operations. The death toll among Palestinians has surpassed 8,000, with Israel accusing Hamas of using hospitals for military purposes. US President Joe Biden has called for an increase in humanitarian aid to Gaza, as Israel has allowed only a limited amount to enter. The violence has caused significant damage and put pressure on Gaza's hospitals, with concerns of the conflict spreading across the region.