Israel's aircraft, tanks step up strikes as it plans to reduce troops

[Collection]Israeli aircraft and tanks increased strikes in southern Gaza, targeting the areas of Khan Younis. Israeli announced plans to pull back troops from the region, signaling a shift to lower intensity operations in northern Gaza. The reduction in forces will allow reservists to return to civilian life and prepare for a potential conflict with Hezbollah in the north. The US sees this decision as a move towards lower intensity operations. Despite this, Israeli planes and tanks continued to bombard Khan Younis in southern Gaza.