Israeli strikes and demolitions have destroyed dozens of buildings in areas of Gaza City, satellite images show, as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated their offensive has established control over 40% of the city.
Recent images reviewed by BBC Verify illustrate that intensive bombardments and controlled explosions have leveled several neighborhoods over the past month.
Rows of temporary tents used to shelter displaced Palestinians have vanished, as the IDF pursues their military campaign. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced intentions to seize control of the entire Gaza Strip following stalled ceasefire negotiations with Hamas.
UN officials have voiced concern, warning that the repercussions of a full-scale offensive would be catastrophic. Reports indicate that dozens of Palestinians have been killed in recent strikes, with significant damage to residential and commercial structures.
Comprehensive satellite imagery indicates serious destruction across Gaza City's Sheikh Radwan, Zeitoun, and Tuffah neighborhoods. The IDF claims they are targeting terror infrastructures embedded within residential areas, asserting these areas serve as operational bases for Hamas.
As they advance, the presence of IDF armored vehicles in areas previously populated is noted, with visible tracks and evidence of demolition. Humanitarian agencies report that more than 1.9 million people in Gaza have been displaced due to the conflict.
The intense military actions culminated following the Hamas-led attack on October 7, leading to significant casualties and increased military offensives from Israel. The toll from the ongoing conflict now stands at over 64,000 fatalities, with continued fears for civilian safety as the situation in Gaza remains precarious.
