"Israel-Hamas Conflict Intensifies with Israeli Tanks Advancing into Khan Younis"

Israel intensifies its ground offensive against Gaza's Hamas rulers, stating its preparedness to fight for months or longer. Qatar's mediation efforts continue, but willingness to discuss a cease-fire is fading. The U.S. provides support to Israel by vetoing a UN Security Council resolution and approving an emergency sale of tank ammunition. The UN General Assembly plans to vote on a similar resolution. The Israeli offensive has resulted in the deaths of over 17,700 Palestinians, with 90% of Gaza's population displaced. Holocaust survivors mark Hanukkah amid concerns over the war and global rise of antisemitism. The Pope calls for efforts to remove the causes of conflicts, and France says one of its warships in the Red Sea was targeted by drones. Men and boys in Gaza allege abuse by Israeli troops during detention and interrogation.