by Emmitt Barry, with reporting from Worthy News Jerusalem Bureau StaffJERUSALEM (Worthy News) – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have completed the encirclement of Gaza City, military officials said Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in their ground offensive. “All these are not reasons for optimism, but I am full of hope.”Hamas Under PressureReports from inside Gaza City suggest Hamas is resorting to violent measures to keep civilians from leaving. “We know more about the situation Hamas finds itself in in Gaza City.”Arab media reported that IDF armored units advanced along several routes inside the city as part of Operation Gideon’s Chariots. Residents Flee Amid HardshipPalestinian civilians continued to move southward, with Israeli officials estimating that over half a million Gazans have left Gaza City. Palestinian outlets also claimed tanks were seen near UNRWA’s main headquarters in central Gaza City.