Israel’s Defense Chief has announced that Israeli troops may soon enter Gaza “from inside.”

The statement comes amidst escalating tensions in the region and raises concerns about the possibility of a renewed conflict.

The Defense Chief, whose name was not disclosed in the initial report, made this announcement during a press conference held in Tel Aviv.

He stated that Israel is closely monitoring the situation in Gaza and is prepared to take action if necessary to protect its citizens.

This announcement has sparked widespread speculation about Israel’s intentions and the potential consequences of such a move.

It also raises questions about the ongoing conflict in the region and the efforts to achieve a lasting ceasefire.

Israel has put the Gaza Strip’s 2.3 million people under siege and bombarded the enclave in strikes that have killed thousands and made more than a million homeless.

In Gaza’s north, footage obtained by Reuters from the Jabaliya refugee camp showed residents digging with their bare hands inside a damaged building to free a small boy and girl trapped under masonry. The body of a man was also pulled out.

Meanwhile, Egypt took steps to prepare to let in aid through its border crossing with Gaza with first deliveries expected on Friday. The crossing has been out of operation since the first days of the conflict and Israeli bombardments on the Palestinian side of the border.

“You see Gaza now from a distance, you will soon see it from inside. The command will come,” Gallant told soldiers. Troops were not expected to enter while foreign leaders were visiting.