Israel says its troops have surrounded and reached the center of southern Gaza’s largest city. Commanders in the Khan Younis assault say their troops are engaged in some of the most intense fighting so far. Israel says its aim is to eliminate Hamas, which is regarded as a terrorist group by multiple countries and the EU.

For more on the IDF’s objectives we talk to Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Conricus. He speaks for the Israeli military and joins us from Tel Aviv.

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