Sri Lanka, Aug. 20 -- Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has approved the military's plan to take over Gaza City and authorised the call-up of around 60,000 reservists to carry it out, his ministry has confirmed.
Thousands of people fearing an imminent Israeli ground offensive are estimated to have fled the area in the past few days for points to the west and south in the shattered territory.
The confirmation comes as Israel studies Hamas' response to a proposal for a 60-day ceasefire and release of half the hostages still held in Gaza.
Efforts to pause the fighting had gained new momentum over the past week after Israel announced plans for a new offensive to seize control of Gaza City at the heart of the Palestinian territory.
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