Israeli airstrikes hit multiple buildings in Gaza City on Sunday. Local media reported Israeli tanks had entered the city late Monday.Abdalhkem Abu Riash/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Israel launches ground offensive to seize Gaza City – POLITICO

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Israel launched a ground offensive late Monday as it seeks to capture Gaza City after weeks of heavy bombardment.

Local media reported Israeli tanks had entered the city following massive airstrikes.

“Gaza is burning,” Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said early Tuesday, adding that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) was striking “with an iron fist at the terrorist infrastructure.” The IDF has yet to issue an official comment on the operation.