Israel is now expected to begin its military takeover of Gaza City in mid-September – two weeks after newly called-up reservists report for duty, Israeli television is reporting.

Israeli strikes killed at least 33 Palestinians in Gaza on Saturday, including people sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food, local hospitals said.

GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s defense minister warned Friday that Gaza’s largest city would be destroyed unless Hamas yields to Israel’s terms, as the world’s leading authority on food crises said the city was gripped by famine from fighting and blockade.

Satellite images taken over and around Gaza City point to preparations for the expanded military operation and show signs internally displaced people are already fleeing.

Netanyahu meets top ministers to approve operational plans, day after army starts calling up reservists; aid groups warn against displacing population already weakened by hunger

The renewed push for a deal comes as Israeli forces are preparing for a new significant offensive focused on the occupation of Gaza City.