The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) appear to be preparing for a major push into Gaza City, as new video footage shows soldiers and tanks undergoing final readiness checks.

The video highlights maintenance work on armored vehicles, including adjustments to tank tracks and components, underscoring the IDF’s efforts to ensure full operational capacity ahead of what could be a decisive stage of the war.

The Gaza conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups launched a surprise attack, causing significant casualties and the taking of hostages. Israel responded with a large-scale military campaign, involving ground forces, artillery, and airstrikes.

Now, with attention turning toward Gaza City, the IDF’s preparations signal the potential for even more intense fighting in the days ahead. The war has already drawn widespread international scrutiny, with allegations of war crimes raised against both Israel and Hamas in various reports and human rights assessments.

As the conflict escalates, global leaders continue to call for restraint and humanitarian relief, while Israel emphasizes the need to dismantle Hamas’s operational capabilities and secure the release of hostages.