Israel's prime minister says he hopes to announce the release of all hostages from Gaza “in the coming days” as Israel and Hamas prepare for indirect talks in Egypt on a new U.S. plan to end the war.

Israel’s decision to take over Gaza City has met with resignation and defiance by Palestinians who have survived two years of war and repeated raids.

Israel says it plans to take over Gaza City in another escalation of its 22-month war with Hamas.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting with top advisers to discuss Israel's strategy in Gaza after ceasefire talks broke down last month.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says his government is considering “alternative options” to ceasefire talks with Hamas.