The Israeli army launched a new offensive on Gaza City Friday.
Officials declared the area a combat zone despite global condemnation.
Health authorities reported 59 new deaths in 24 hours, raising the toll to 63,025.
Churches and aid groups vowed to remain, refusing to abandon displaced residents.
Israel insists Gaza City hosts Hamas tunnels despite earlier raids during the 23-month war.
Smoke and blasts rose across southern Israel as fighting resumed.
Netanyahu Vows to Eliminate Hamas
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel must crush Hamas in Gaza City.
He claimed destroying its network will prevent another 7 October attack.
Residents said condemnation changed nothing, accusing Israel of ongoing massacres.
Mohamed Aboul Hadi texted from Gaza, saying killings continued even during pauses.
Families fleeing south erected tents near Nuseirat refugee camp.
Mohammed Maarouf said his family lived worse than animals after losing their home.
Civilian Toll Continues to Rise
The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed 63,025 deaths since the war began.
Officials counted 322 deaths from hunger, including 121 children.
Israel disputes the figures but has offered no alternative count.
Last month, Israel announced “tactical pauses” from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Aid groups said the blockade and restrictions still blocked relief deliveries.
On Friday, Israel called up tens of thousands of reservists.
Army spokesperson Avichay Adraee pledged more strikes until Hamas falls and hostages return.
He urged civilians to evacuate south, calling departure unavoidable.
