When Does Israel Plan to End the Blockade of Gaza?

The Israel Defense Forces are planning to complete the blockade of Gaza within 48 hours and begin military operations around the city, reports the Israeli media outlet Haaretz.

The operation aims to reach Hamas militants who have been pushed out of the city and to destroy tunnels and Hamas's military and civilian infrastructure.

Since the start of the ground operation against the radical Hamas movement in Gaza, the number of Israeli soldiers killed has reached 30, according to The Times of Israel, citing the Israel defense forces.

Earlier, it was reported that the Israeli army announced it had completely surrounded Gaza and had reached the coast.