In an update on the situation in Gaza, Mark Regev, a senior adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stated that the Israeli army's expansion of ground operations is aimed at increasing pressure on Hamas. Regev emphasized that this pressure will continue to rise until Israel achieves its goals in the region.The Gaza Strip is currently experiencing a significant disruption in internet connectivity, marking the worst loss of connectivity since the conflict began on October 7th. The last major internet operator in the region, Paltel, suffered damage to its international routes, leading to a near-total blackout. Many Palestinians are now facing a complete loss of internet access and electronic communication capabilities, while others may have limited connectivity. Jawwal, another Palestinian telecom company, also reported the destruction of international routes, resulting in a complete interruption of telecommunications services.The Israel Defense Forces' announcement of expanding ground operations is likely to further exacerbate internet connectivity issues in the region. Some individuals with Israeli or international SIM cards are still reporting limited internet access.In response to these developments, Izzat al-Rishq, a senior member of the Hamas political bureau, declared that Hamas is prepared to confront Israeli forces if they enter the Gaza Strip. He stated that the resistance is ready to defend Gaza in the event of a ground incursion by Israeli troops. These comments come following Israel's announcement of the expansion of ground operations in the enclave.