The plan includes capturing the entire Gaza Strip, holding territories indefinitely, and preventing Hamas from distributing humanitarian aid. It involves displacing Palestinians southward and recalling tens of thousands of reservists for an expanded assault[1][4][5].

Over 90% of Gaza's 2.1 million residents are displaced, with severe shortages of food, fuel, and water. Palestinian health officials report over 52,000 deaths, mostly civilians, and 32 recently killed bodies brought to hospitals in 24 hours[4][5].

Protests are rising due to mounting civilian casualties, the prolonged war's toll, and fears for hostages' safety as military actions intensify. Families of hostages worry about collateral damage during expanded operations[Summary].

Israel accuses Hamas of diverting aid to strengthen its rule, though aid workers deny this. The plan explicitly seeks to block Hamas from aid distribution, exacerbating shortages of essential supplies[4][5].

The war has lasted 19 months since October 7, 2023, when Hamas attacked Israel, killing 1,200 people and taking 250 hostages. Israel estimates 59 captives remain in Gaza, with 35 presumed dead[4][5].