Israel’s decision to take over Gaza City has met with resignation and defiance by Palestinians who have survived two years of war and repeated raids.

Israel’s decision to expand the war in Gaza drew expressions of concern from allies and hostage families, amid fears it will endanger those still held in the enclave and deepen a humanitarian crisis there that has already left many Palestinians near starvation.

Israel’s security cabinet has voted to expand the war in Gaza, marking a major escalation at a time when it is under intense domestic and international pressure to end the conflict.