Israeli military expected to mobilize approximately 50,000 reservists
Israel has launched a new military operation in Gaza City, officially named Operation Gideon's Chariots II, as part of the ongoing 2023–present Gaza war. The primary objective of this offensive is to seize full control of Gaza City from Hamas, the militant faction that currently governs the region [1].
The operation, which began on 20 August 2025, aims to dismantle Hamas’ control and military capacity within Gaza City. In a typical large-scale offensive, Israel mobilizes both active forces and reservists for urban military objectives, although specific deployment details for this operation have not been disclosed [1].
Hamas, for its part, is resisting the Israeli offensive. The militant group has reportedly considered relocating Israeli hostages to Gaza City as a strategy to deter the attack. Hamas condemns the Israeli offensive as an ethnic cleansing attempt and refuses to disarm without an independent Palestinian state being established [1].
International actors, including France, have strongly condemned Israel’s plans to occupy Gaza City and have warned against forced displacement of the population, describing such actions as violations of international law and harmful to regional stability [2].
Inside Israel, there are substantial protests opposing the offensive, mainly out of concern for the safety of Israeli hostages held by Hamas and fear of escalated casualties on both sides [1]. The Palestinian Authority also condemns the operation as a continuation of genocide and systematic violations of international law [1].
Despite the lack of explicit evacuation plans in the search snippets, the offensive’s scale and external reactions imply severe consequences for Gaza civilians. The estimated population of civilians in the city of Gaza is approximately one million. Human rights organizations have drawn attention to the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip [1].
International calls for ceasefire and peaceful resolutions persist amid the military escalations [2][3]. The Israeli army's plan involves moving civilians in Gaza to tent camps further south [1]. The military is working with international aid organizations to ensure the supply of medical aid and food in these tent camps.
The takeover of Gaza City will primarily involve active soldiers, with around 50,000 reservists expected to be deployed in the coming days. The city of Gaza is the main stronghold of the Islamic terrorist organization Hamas. Despite the offensive, Hamas still possesses operational capabilities for guerrilla warfare [1].
The Israeli army's operation also aims to destroy Hamas's underground tunnel system [1]. Israeli troops are already present in the suburbs of Gaza City, including the neighborhoods of Al-Saitun and Jebaliya. The reservists mobilized by Israel's army are expected to begin their service in September [1].
The military is working diligently to ensure the safety and well-being of civilians during the operation. However, concerns remain high due to the potential for increased violence and civilian casualties. The international community continues to urge both Israel and Hamas to seek peaceful resolutions to the ongoing conflict.
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