Israel has started a long-planned ground operation in Gaza City, targeting the last stronghold of Hamas. The move aims to end the war through military force rather than diplomacy. Heavy bombardment began early Tuesday morning, affecting hundreds of thousands who have been sheltering there for nearly two years. The Prime Minister views capturing Gaza City as crucial to defeating Hamas, a group labeled as a terrorist organization by the US.
Source: https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/israel-launches-new-ground-offensive-in-bid-to-end-gaza-war-73ae2089