The violence between Israel and Hamas intensifies as Hamas threatens to execute an Israeli captive for every Palestinian home bombed without warning. Israel has called up 300,000 reservists and imposed a blockade on the Gaza Strip, raising fears of a ground assault. The death toll has risen to over 1,500, with both sides suffering casualties. International support for Israel has increased, and appeals for an end to the fighting and protection of civilians have been made. The situation has prompted speculation of a possible ground assault by Israel, as well as concerns of the conflict spreading to other regions.
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