On the ninth day, the Israeli army encountered another obstacle in their advance towards the al-Zaytoun center. New footage reveals clashes between al-Qassam fighters and IDF forces in Gaza as the IDF tried to invade the al-Zaytoun neighborhood. Al-Zaytoun remains one of the last cities under Hamas control in Gaza. Recent weeks have seen intense clashes between al-Qassam brigades and IDF forces. Despite Netanyahu’s assertions, Israel’s attempts to suppress Iran-backed al-Qassam have been unsuccessful. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens due to blockades and Israeli attacks. Since the current cycle of violence began, more than 29,800 Palestinians have lost their lives in Gaza.