Israel's Gaza City offensive: Tanks and troops on the ground and aerial bombardment ramps up
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched its controversial ground assault overnight on Tuesday, 16 September, in what the military said was a "new phase" in its offensive. This comes after a body of the UN said a genocide was taking place in Gaza.
Wednesday 17 September 2025 13:26, UK
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper described the offensive as "utterly reckless and appalling", adding that it "will only bring more bloodshed".