Israel Is Intensifying Its Strikes On The Gaza Strip In Preparation For A Potential Ground Invasion Of The Palestinian Enclave, Reported IANS. On October 22, Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Spokesman Daniel Hagari Stated That The Military Was "Intensifying Airstrikes On The Gaza Strip," Reported IANS. Daniel Said That "Dozens" Of Hamas Militants Had Been Killed Overnight, Including Muhamad Qatmash, The Deputy Commander Of Hamas' Artillery Array In Gaza, Reported By IANS.