Netanyahu to Seek Approval for Expanded Gaza Military Operations as 29 Palestinians are Killed

19 hours ago The Israeli security cabinet is meeting Thursday evening to discuss expanding military operations in Gaza. An Israeli official says the cabinet is expected to approve a plan to gradually increase pressure on Hamas. Israel’s Chief of Staff warns this could endanger hostages and exhaust troops. Demonstrations are planned across Israel to protest the expansion. Meanwhile, Israeli authorities have returned the body of a Palestinian activist allegedly killed by an Israeli settler last week, following a hunger strike by his relatives, and aid organizations denounce Israeli policies in Gaza.