Putin has increased the number of troops in the Russian army by about 170,000 Putin has increased the number of troops in the Russian army by about 170,000

In a statement issued by the Ministry regarding the travel warning, it was stated that the Israeli army has "significantly expanded" its operations as of October 27.

Noting that there could be a potential increase in rocket attacks and other violent incidents in the West Bank, Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, the statement said: "The British Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories."

LATEST SITUATION IN GAZA

Due to the intense Israeli airstrikes in the blockaded Gaza Strip, landline, cell phone and internet communication services in the region were completely cut off.

The Israeli army announced that it has increased airstrikes and will expand its ground operations.

Shifa Hospital, the largest health facility in Gaza with thousands of wounded and civilians, was also targeted by the Israeli army.