Israel declares Gaza City 'Dangerous Combat Zone’

Israel has declared Gaza City a “dangerous combat zone” and formally excluded it from a previously announced tactical ceasefire, signalling preparations for a renewed military offensive in the area.

According to a statement by Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Arabic-language spokesperson Avichay Adraee, the



decision followed an updated security assessment and instructions from the political leadership.

“Starting today (Friday) at 10:00, the local and temporary tactical ceasefire will no longer apply to Gaza City, which will now be considered a dangerous combat zone,” Adraee said in a post on social media platform X.