Israel expands Gaza operation amid hostage deal talks

Gaza braced for a further expansion of Israeli military operations on Monday even as cautious hopes built for a deal to release hostages in exchange for a pause in fighting.The violence in Jabalia was the latest to draw strong condemnation from Arab and other governments.Israel has vowed to eradicate Hamas and has refused to heed calls for a ceasefire before all the captives are released.

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