The Israeli army launched a major offensive in Gaza City on Friday.
Officials declared the city a combat zone despite global criticism.
Health authorities reported 63,025 deaths, including 59 in the last 24 hours.
Aid groups and church shelters vowed to remain with displaced residents.
Officials Justify New Escalation
Israel claims Hamas controls Gaza City with an extensive tunnel network.
Prime Minister Netanyahu insisted destroying Hamas prevents another October 7-style attack.
Explosions and thick smoke rose across the border Friday morning.
Military leaders called up thousands of reservists to expand operations.
Gaza Residents and Aid Groups Resist
Residents described constant bombardments despite previous pauses.
Mohamed Aboul Hadi said massacres continued even during humanitarian breaks.
Displaced families erected tents near Nuseirat after fleeing south.
Mohammed Maarouf compared his family’s suffering to being treated worse than animals.
Rising Casualties and Hunger
Health officials confirmed five malnutrition deaths in the past day.
They reported 322 starvation-related deaths since the war began, including 121 children.
The Gaza Health Ministry tracks casualties, and the UN considers its data reliable.
Israel disputes the numbers but offers no alternative figures.
Israel Promises Stronger Action
The army pledged heavier strikes until hostages return and Hamas collapses.
Spokesperson Avichay Adraee urged Gaza City residents to evacuate south.
He warned that evacuation had become inevitable.
Aid groups said blockades, looting, and restrictions still hindered supply deliveries.
