Satellite images reveals extent of Israeli incursions

Satellite images published by the New York Times cast light on the extent of Israeli ground operations in Gaza so far into the conflict.

The images reveal limited advances in open areas stretching no more than a few kilometres in the north of Gaza.

Israel's military has thus far undertaken a limited and seemingly cautious approach into the besieged territory with Hamas  and other Palestinian fighters believed to be well dug in and embedded in the area's tunnel infrastructure.

Since 7 October, Israel's strategy has been heavy air bombardment of the territory, which has resulted in thousands of deaths among Gaza's civilian population.

According to military strategists, the tactic has tactical disadvantages in addition to ethical concerns.

The destruction of urban infrastructure is believed to be advantageous to a defending force, as it provides such fighters with more places to hide and launch ambushes.