Five Israeli soldiers were killed and seven injured in a friendly fire incident in northern Gaza. Israel is engaged in intense fighting against regrouped Hamas militants, with ongoing battles in Rafah. Pressure is mounting on Prime Minister Netanyahu to lay out a post-war plan for Gaza.
Key Points
Five Israeli soldiers killed by tank cross-fire in northern Gaza
Regrouped Hamas militants leading to renewed battles in the area
Pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu to address post-war plan for Gaza
Displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians due to intensified assault in Rafah
Pros
Israel Defense Forces opening an investigation into the incident
Pressure on Israeli government to outline a post-war plan for Gaza
Cons
Five soldiers killed and seven injured in the friendly fire incident
Ongoing intense fighting in Gaza causing displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians