Israel-Palestine war LIVE: Israeli army says it is preparing for 'significant combat operations' in Gaza as Benjamin Netanyahu visits the troops and thousands of pro-Palestinian supporters take to UK streets.Palestinians flee for their lives to beat Israel's 2pm exodus deadline - but some refuse to leave and vow to 'die with dignity'.Hamas announces 'nine hostages have been killed in last 24 hours due to Israeli airstrikes' - as terror group accuses IDF of bombing convoy of fleeing Palestinians.Israel closes in: IDF forces surround Gaza Strip and say they are ready for 'significant combat operations' to eliminate Hamas - as Benjamin Netanyahu warns 'the next stage is coming' and thousands of Palestinians desperately flee.Pro-Palestine protests turn ugly as supporters throw bottles and flares at police in Trafalgar Square while thousands more march in Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol and Glasgow.
