Israel on Tuesday (Sep 16) launched its ground assault on Gaza City in a major escalation of its military offensive as part of its plan to take over the territory. The move has drawn condemnation from global bodies and powers, including the European Union, United Nations, the United Kingdom, and Germany, who warn of “more destruction, death, and displacement in Gaza. The development comes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Israel, backing its goal of eradicating Hamas in Gaza.In a statement on Tuesday, EU spokesman Anouar El Anouni warned that Israel’s latest ground assault would worsen an already “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in the territory.“The EU has consistently urged Israel not to intensify its operation in Gaza City,” he said. “A military intervention will lead to more destruction, more death and more displacement, and we have been clear that this will also aggravate the already catastrophic humanitarian situation and also endangers the lives of hostages.”<h2>‘Will only bring more bloodshed’</h2>Condemning Israel’s ground assault on Gaza City, British foreign minister Yvette Cooper called the operation “utterly reckless and appalling”, demanding an immediate ceasefire. “It will only bring more bloodshed, kill more innocent civilians and endanger the remaining hostages,” she said in a post on X.Germany called Israel’s recent military actions in Gaza City “completely wrong” and urged a diplomatic resolution towards a ceasefire and hostage release deal.“The renewed offensive towards Gaza City is... the completely wrong path,” said Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. “We reject this and have made this clear to the Israeli government.”<h2>Israel accused of committing ‘genocide’</h2>Earlier on Tuesday, UN investigators accused Israel of committing “genocide” in Gaza, alleging that the country’s military campaign aims to eliminate the Palestinian population. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI) blamed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other top officials for incitement and failure to prevent escalating violence.United Nations official Volker Turk told AFP and Reuters, “We see the piling up of war crime after war crime after war crime, of crime against humanity, and potentially even more.” He added, “It’s for the court to decide whether it’s genocide or not, and we see the evidence mounting.”

In a statement on Tuesday, EU spokesman Anouar El Anouni warned that Israel’s latest ground assault would worsen an already “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in the territory.

Israel on Tuesday (Sep 16) launched its ground assault on Gaza City in a major escalation of its military offensive as part of its plan to take over the territory. The move has drawn condemnation from global bodies and powers, including the European Union, United Nations, the United Kingdom, and Germany, who warn of “more destruction, death, and displacement in Gaza. The development comes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Israel, backing its goal of eradicating Hamas in Gaza. In a statement on Tuesday, EU spokesman Anouar El Anouni warned that Israel’s latest ground assault would worsen an already “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in the territory. “The EU has consistently urged Israel not to intensify its operation in Gaza City,” he said. “A military intervention will lead to more destruction, more death and more displacement, and we have been clear that this will also aggravate the already catastrophic humanitarian situation and also endangers the lives of hostages.” ‘Will only bring more bloodshed’ Condemning Israel’s ground assault on Gaza City, British foreign minister Yvette Cooper called the operation “utterly reckless and appalling”, demanding an immediate ceasefire. “It will only bring more bloodshed, kill more innocent civilians and endanger the remaining hostages,” she said in a post on X. Germany called Israel’s recent military actions in Gaza City “completely wrong” and urged a diplomatic resolution towards a ceasefire and hostage release deal. “The renewed offensive towards Gaza City is... the completely wrong path,” said Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul. “We reject this and have made this clear to the Israeli government.” Israel accused of committing ‘genocide’ Earlier on Tuesday, UN investigators accused Israel of committing “genocide” in Gaza, alleging that the country’s military campaign aims to eliminate the Palestinian population. The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry (COI) blamed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other top officials for incitement and failure to prevent escalating violence. United Nations official Volker Turk told AFP and Reuters, “We see the piling up of war crime after war crime after war crime, of crime against humanity, and potentially even more.” He added, “It’s for the court to decide whether it’s genocide or not, and we see the evidence mounting.”

In a statement on Tuesday, EU spokesman Anouar El Anouni warned that Israel’s latest ground assault would worsen an already “catastrophic” humanitarian situation in the territory.

‘Crime against humanity’: Israel’s latest ground assault to take over Gaza faces global criticism

Israel launched its biggest ground offensive in Gaza on Tuesday (September 16), which was followed by international criticism. The Israeli Defence Force (IDF) said that it had “begun destroying Hamas infrastructure in Gaza City".&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Knesset National Security Committee approved the request made by the government to hold the imprisoned Palestinians to be held overnight without a bed. The request was made, citing the overpopulation of the jailed Palestinians. Since the October 7 attack, Israel has witnessed a major rise in its prisoner population. The Israeli government claimed that the overcrowding problem of jails would be solved by making these changes in the governing conditions of the prisons.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-israel-is-committing-genocide-in-gaza-says-probe-launched-by-united-nations-rights-body-1758006485370"> 'Israel is committing genocide in Gaza', says probe launched by United Nations rights body</a>&nbsp;A spike in prisoners' data&nbsp;At present, a total of 24,715 people are held in Israeli prisons. The number shot up by 8,360 since the war in Gaza started. Among the people in prison, 11,115 are Palestinians. They are held for committing what "security offenses" as claimed by Israel.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Israel Prison Service official Tamar Dori said that the main reason for the spike is the influx of Palestinians jailed for illegally residing in Israel, Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;‘Intensive operation in Gaza’&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/north-korea-kim-jong-un-s-new-and-bizarre-ruling-is-here-don-t-use-words-like-hamburgers-ice-cream-details-inside-1758020032934">North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s new and bizarre ruling is here. DON’T use words like 'Hamburgers', 'Ice-Cream'. Details inside</a>&nbsp;Israel's major offensive in Gaza was also confirmed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who said that Israel “has begun an intensive operation in Gaza City.”Meanwhile, the IDF posted on X saying, "In the past day, IDF activity in Gaza City has began according to the operational plan, and is expected to expand in line with the current situational assessment."&nbsp;"Its aim is to achieve the war’s objectives in Gaza and to enhance the achievements made during combat," it added.

The request was made, citing the overpopulation of the jailed Palestinians. Since the October 7 attack, Israel has witnessed a major rise in its prisoner population. 

Israel launched its biggest ground offensive in Gaza on Tuesday (September 16), which was followed by international criticism. The Israeli Defence Force (IDF) said that it had “begun destroying Hamas infrastructure in Gaza City". Meanwhile, the Knesset National Security Committee approved the request made by the government to hold the imprisoned Palestinians to be held overnight without a bed. The request was made, citing the overpopulation of the jailed Palestinians. Since the October 7 attack, Israel has witnessed a major rise in its prisoner population. The Israeli government claimed that the overcrowding problem of jails would be solved by making these changes in the governing conditions of the prisons. Also read: 'Israel is committing genocide in Gaza', says probe launched by United Nations rights body A spike in prisoners' data At present, a total of 24,715 people are held in Israeli prisons. The number shot up by 8,360 since the war in Gaza started. Among the people in prison, 11,115 are Palestinians. They are held for committing what "security offenses" as claimed by Israel. Meanwhile, Israel Prison Service official Tamar Dori said that the main reason for the spike is the influx of Palestinians jailed for illegally residing in Israel, Times of Israel reported. ‘Intensive operation in Gaza’ Also read: North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s new and bizarre ruling is here. DON’T use words like 'Hamburgers', 'Ice-Cream'. Details inside Israel's major offensive in Gaza was also confirmed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who said that Israel “has begun an intensive operation in Gaza City.” Meanwhile, the IDF posted on X saying, "In the past day, IDF activity in Gaza City has began according to the operational plan, and is expected to expand in line with the current situational assessment." "Its aim is to achieve the war’s objectives in Gaza and to enhance the achievements made during combat," it added.

The request was made, citing the overpopulation of the jailed Palestinians. Since the October 7 attack, Israel has witnessed a major rise in its prisoner population.&nbsp;

Amid Israel's 'intense' offensive in Gaza, jailed Palestinians are to be kept without beds

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‘Crime against humanity’: Israel’s latest ground assault to take over Gaza faces global criticism

Amid Israel's offensive in Gaza, jailed Palestinians are to be kept without beds