On 8 September 2025, the conflict in Gaza escalates as Israel moves forward with an occupation plan for Gaza City while the United Nations declares famine and cease‑fire talks hang in the balance. The plan, approved on 20 August 2025, mobilises 60,000 reservists and aims to start on 27 August, amid 30,000 civilian deaths in 2023 and rising humanitarian crisis.
Contexto del conflicto
7 Oct 2023 – The war in Gaza began after an attack by Hamas on Israel.
20 Aug 2025 – Israel approved a plan to occupy Gaza City, planning to begin on 27 Aug 2025 and mobilized 60,000 reservistas.
20 Aug 2025 – Hamas accepted a cease‑fire proposal, but Israel has yet to respond. Qatar called for swift action and mediators from Egypt and Qatar await a reply.
20 Aug 2025 – The United Nations declared a famine in Gaza.
22 Aug 2025 – Israel ordered the evacuation of medical and humanitarian personnel from Gaza City and threatened to destroy the city if Hamas does not disarm.
Impacto humanitario
In 2023, 30,000 civilians were killed and 15,000 people were displaced in Gaza. The ongoing conflict has placed the civilian population under unprecedented pressure.
Reacción internacional
The international community has condemned the escalation, calling for an immediate cease‑fire and an urgent humanitarian corridor.