Israel's aircraft, tanks step up strikes as it plans to reduce troops

Israeli aircraft and tanks increased strikes in southern Gaza, targeting the areas of Khan Younis. Israeli announced plans to pull back troops from the region, signaling a shift to lower intensity operations in northern Gaza. The reduction in forces will allow reservists to return to civilian life and prepare for a potential conflict with Hezbollah in the north. The US sees this decision as a move towards lower intensity operations. Despite this, Israeli planes and tanks continued to bombard Khan Younis in southern Gaza.