"Israel's Ongoing Bombardment of Gaza Raises Concerns of Prolonged Conflict"

Israel continues to bombard the Gaza Strip despite concerns from US officials about rising civilian casualties. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) warned that the war against Hamas will last more than several months and into 2024. The war has resulted in the death of over 19,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health. President Biden has called for more caution to save civilian lives, while defending America's support of the IDF. US officials have praised Israel's efforts to avoid civilian casualties but criticized the use of unguided "dumb bombs." Israel stands behind its tactics, defending the attacks as necessary to target hidden Hamas bases. The IDF continues its operations in north and south Gaza, closing in on Hamas headquarters located in civilian areas.