Palestinians rush to buy food and struggle under strikes as Israel readies possible ground operation

With Israel still barring the entry of fuel, the U.N. said aid distribution would soon grind to a halt when it can no longer fuel trucks inside Gaza.

The WHO said seven hospitals in northern Gaza have been forced to shut down due to damage from strikes, lack of power and supplies, or Israeli evacuation orders.

The pair, who also hold Israeli citizenship, were the first hostages to be released, and more than 200 are still being held.