Israel's plan to expand its military offensive in Gaza is widely criticised

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  This is the Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service.

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  I'm Janet Jalil, and in the early hours of Tuesday, the 6th of May, these are our main stories.

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  There's been widespread criticism of a plan approved by the Israeli Security Cabinet to greatly expand military operations against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

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  The European Union says it could lead to more casualties and suffering for Gaza's civilian population.

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  There are also fears about what this could mean for the hostages still being held in the territory.

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  Details of the Israeli plan have been emerging,

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  including a proposal to possibly occupy Gaza long term and to distribute humanitarian aid through private companies rather than aid agencies like the UN.

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  The Israeli government spokesman David Mensah made this announcement.

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  The security cabinet unanimously approved the operational plan to defeat Hamas in Gaza and return the hostages.

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  Israel has made clear.

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