Israel launches deadly strikes on Gaza, vows to intensify war

A wave of Israeli strikes overnight has left more than 50 people dead across the Gaza Strip. Hospital officials say the military action came a day after senior government officials said Israel would seize large areas of Gaza and establish a new security corridor across the strip. Israel has vowed to escalate the nearly 18-month war with Hamas until the militant group returns dozens of remaining hostages, disarms, and leaves the territory.