Israel wants to seize Gaza City, but does it have the manpower to succeed?

Israel is preparing for its largest mobilisation in months as it plans to capture Gaza City, a Hamas stronghold. With 60,000 reservists called up and 20,000 more extended, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) faces mounting fatigue, declining morale, and manpower shortages. Amid protests, hostage concerns, and a worsening humanitarian crisis, questions remain about Israel’s ability to sustain the campaign

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