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Israel calls up reservists for imminent Gaza City offensive

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Shani Rozanes
September 2, 2025

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says the war in Gaza is entering its final phase, with tens of thousands of reservists mobilizing to seize Gaza City. The military operation faces major strategic hurdles and has sparked criticism over risks to hostages and civilians.

Israel intensifies its military campaign in Gaza City, aiming to meet key war goals by October 7, 2025. With one million civilians in the area, dense urban terrain, Hamas's tunnel network and hostages believed to be underground, the operation faces major challenges. 

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