Core Viewpoint - Israel continues to expand its military operations in the Gaza Strip, disregarding international condemnation, with the Israeli military claiming control of 40% of Gaza City and planning to intensify its actions against Hamas [1][2]. Military Operations - The Israeli military is focused on destroying Hamas infrastructure, having taken control of significant areas in Gaza City, including densely populated neighborhoods [2][3]. - The military's operations have resulted in extensive destruction, with reports of civilian casualties and significant damage to residential areas [3]. - As of September 4, approximately 70,000 residents have reportedly evacuated southward, although Palestinian officials claim the actual number is less than half of that [3][4]. Humanitarian Crisis - The ongoing conflict has led to over 63,000 Palestinian deaths, primarily among civilians, with recent attacks causing additional fatalities [4]. - A United Nations report indicates that over 500,000 people in Gaza are facing famine, with the situation expected to worsen in the coming weeks [4]. - The blockade imposed by Israel has resulted in severe food shortages, contributing to deaths from malnutrition and hunger [4]. International Response - There is a growing international outcry against Israel's actions, with some legal experts labeling them as "genocide" [6]. - European nations, traditionally supportive of Israel, are beginning to withdraw investments from Israeli companies in response to the military actions [6]. - U.S. lawmakers have also expressed increasing condemnation of the Israeli government's actions, describing them as ethnic cleansing [6].