Israel has heavily bombed Gaza City amid reports that the military has begun its ground offensive. Photo: AP PHOTO

Israel's defence minister says "Gaza is burning" after heavy strikes overnight targeted Gaza City, with news sites reporting the military launched a ground offensive to seize the enclave's largest urban centre.

Subscribe now for unlimited access .

Login or signup to continue reading All articles from our website The digital version of Today's Paper All other regional websites in your area Continue

The US news site Axios cited Israeli officials as saying the operation marked the start of a ground offensive in the Gaza Strip's largest city.

Palestinian media said tanks later entered the city, where hundreds of thousands of people are believed to remain.

Th

See Full Page