The Israeli military announced on Friday the recovery of the body of Ilan Weiss, an Israeli hostage held for nearly 700 days in Gaza. Along with Weiss’s body, the remains of another unidentified individual were also found. Weiss was taken captive during the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023. Israeli President Isaac Herzog praised Weiss for his courage during the attack.
Meanwhile, the Israeli military declared Gaza City a combat zone as it began the initial stages of an expanded offensive in the area. Notably, daily pauses in fighting, which were previously allowed for aid deliveries, have now been suspended. This decision has raised concerns about an escalating humanitarian crisis and potential famine in Gaza.
In response to the conflict, Turkey has taken significant measures by:
- Completely severing economic ties with Israel
- Closing its airspace
- Barring Israeli ships from its ports
These actions are expected to increase travel times for flights from Israel to neighboring countries considerably.
The recovery of bodies and the intensification of military operations mark a critical moment in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The situation remains volatile as military actions continue in Gaza City and international responses evolve amid the crisis.
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