Biranit Goren, the Zman Yisrael editor, joins the discussion on the IDF's expanded ground operations in Gaza City against Hamas. They dive into the humanitarian concerns affecting families of Israeli hostages, some believed to be alive. Goren sheds light on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to Qatar, where a key defense cooperation agreement is nearing completion. The geopolitical implications, including the U.S.-Israel-Hamas dynamics and Prime Minister Netanyahu's stance on military self-reliance, are also explored.