Netanyahu says new Gaza offensive will start soon
Netanyahu, speaking after his security cabinet on Friday approved a much-criticised plan to take control of Gaza City, said he had no choice but to 'complete the job' and defeat Hamas to free hostages seized from Israel.
Gaza City, the enclave's most populous centre, came under escalating Israeli air strikes late on Sunday, witnesses said. At least five people were killed at a sandwich shop in the Sabra neighbourhood, health officials at Shifa Hospital said.
Palestinian media said a missile hit a tent used by journalists near the hospital, and the head of Shifa Hospital, Muhammad Abu Salamiyah, said on Al Jazeera television seven people were killed there. Tank fire was also reported in the area.
Al Jazeera said five of its staff died in the attack, including journalists Anas Al Sharif and Mohammed Qreiqeh and three photojournalists.
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