Smoke rises over Gaza City as Israeli airstrikes damage hospitals amid escalating ground offensive. The Gaza health ministry said two hospitals in Gaza City were taken out of service as Israel intensified its ground offensive, with continued bombardments damaging critical infrastructure. Israel has drawn international criticism over military conduct in Gaza, where over 65,000 Palestinians have reportedly been killed.' Germany, Italy Reluctant To Back 2-State SolutionWhile most European nations now recognise Palestine, Germany and Italy have signalled reluctance. The US also cautioned that unilateral recognition of Palestine could complicate efforts to resolve the conflict.