Newshour, Israel begins strikes on multi-storey buildings in Gaza City

Israel says that it has now captured 40% of Gaza City, the largest urban centre in the territory - and has announced its intention to strike multi-storey buildings.

The Israeli military says it is stepping up its military operation in Gaza City.

It says it has now captured 40% of the city, which the largest urban centre in the territory - and has announced its intention to strike multi-storey buildings which it says Hamas has converted into military infrastructure. We hear from a Palestinian mother who says she can't evacuate.

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(Photo shows an Israeli airstrike hitting multistorey building in Gaza City on 5 September 2025. Credit: EPA/Mohammed Saber)