The day of the 60,000-troop call-up for Gaza City occupation

Palestinian media on September 1 continued extensive coverage of the intensifying "genocidal war" in Gaza, now on its 696th day, with persistent reports of massacres, dozens of martyrs, and a worsening famine, leading to increased starvation deaths, including children. The International Association of Genocide Scholars formally confirmed Israel's actions as genocide. Early in the day, the US decision to suspend all visit visas for Palestinian passport holders also emerged as a key development. Israeli cabinet discussions continued regarding a prisoner exchange deal, with Netanyahu reportedly rejecting a partial agreement. By evening, the most pressing development was Israel's reported call-up of 60,000 soldiers for the following day, signaling an imminent, large-scale offensive aimed at the occupation of Gaza City. Rumors regarding the assassination of Abu Obeida also gained traction throughout the day.