Preparations To Take Over Gaza City Has Started, According To Israel

Troops have reached the city’s outskirts, an Israeli official said, adding that more reservists are being asked to report for duty to cover for other soldiers who will be involved in going into Gaza City.

Preparations for a Move on Gaza City Have Started, Israel’s Military Says - The New York Times

# Preparations To Take Over Gaza City Has Started, According To Israel
August 20, 2025

The Israeli military has stationed its troops and tens of thousands of reservists on the border of Gaza City.

Netanyahu has yet to respond to the [ceasefire deal](https://www.forgedbytime.com/post/hamas-accepts-new-ceasefire-proposal-according-to-officials-1724?perspective=Israeli%E2%80%93Palestinian+Conflict) accepted by Hamas. Some of Netanyahu's allies are urging him not to accept any deal that doesn't include the defeat of Hamas, but the hostages' families are worried that if Israel attacks Gaza City, Hamas will kill all of the hostages.

Preparations To Take Over Gaza City Has Started, According To Israel

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