Israel has officially declared Gaza City a combat zone as it escalates military operations, aiming to control the area amid rising casualties that have surpassed 63,000. The Israeli military has been conducting extensive operations, including the recovery of the bodies of two hostages, including Ilan Weiss, killed during recent conflict. As humanitarian pauses are lifted, concerns grow over worsening famine conditions in Gaza. Hamas has warned that hostages are at increased risk amid the offensive, vowing to release proof should they be harmed. The situation remains dire as aid deliveries are halted and military actions intensify.