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| Israel steps up offensive on Gaza | Israel steps up offensive on Gaza |
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| The Israeli military has stepped up its attacks on Gaza, as the offensive on Hamas enters its second week. | The Israeli military has stepped up its attacks on Gaza, as the offensive on Hamas enters its second week. |
| Israeli artillery began to bombard the Gaza Strip for what is thought to be the first time during the offensive. There have also been more air strikes. | Israeli artillery began to bombard the Gaza Strip for what is thought to be the first time during the offensive. There have also been more air strikes. |
| Correspondents say the activity could be an indication the Israeli military is preparing to launch a ground attack. | Correspondents say the activity could be an indication the Israeli military is preparing to launch a ground attack. |
| Reports are meanwhile coming in from Gaza that a mosque has been hit in Beit Lahiya during evening prayers. | |
| At least 10 people are reported to have been killed, including women and children, according to the AFP news agency. | |
| Thousands of people around the world have been attending protests calling for an immediate ceasefire. | |
| Earlier, the exiled political leader of Hamas, Khalid Meshaal, warned Israel against a ground offensive, saying a "black destiny" awaited its forces if they invaded. | |
| US President George W Bush blamed the violence firmly on Hamas, and said any ceasefire should be internationally monitored to prevent the militant group re-arming. |