Israel Katz, the Israeli defense minister, warned that Gaza City could be destroyed if Hamas does not accept Israel's conditions for ending the war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced approval for the occupation of Gaza City while negotiating peace terms with Hamas. The Hamas agreed to a ceasefire proposal, but Netanyahu stated Israel would only end the war on its own terms. The Israeli army mobilized additional reservists and is preparing for an expanded military operation in Gaza. Protests erupted in Tel Aviv and Gaza against the war and the Israeli plans for mass displacement of Palestinians. Human rights groups warned of a worsening humanitarian crisis in the region, with significant casualties reported. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)