Former member of the Defence Forces, Portarlington's Cathal Berry says this is a tactic by the Israeli government.
Israel has declared Gaza city a combat zone.
Its military has also announced it's suspending humanitarian pauses in the city, which previously allowed aid into the area.
Gaza city was among three areas in the enclave which Israel paused fighting in last month.
Former TD and member of the Defence Forces, Portarlington's Cathal Berry explains the development:
Hundreds Of School Secretaries and Caretakers Protest In Athlone
It's part of the second day of an indefinite strike for pension rights.
Over €165k Cannabis And Cocaine Seized In Westmeath
Cannabis herb, cannabis resin, cocaine and a hydraulic press were seized during the operation.
Westmeath TD Backs Catherine Connolly As Labour Presidency Candidate
Former Labour leader Alan Kelly will not be backing the Independent TD.
HIQA Finds Westmeath Nursing Home Non-Compliant In Five Areas
The inspection was carried out at St Camillus Nursing Centre in Killucan in April this year.
Funeral For Offaly Man Killed In Road Crash Taking Place On Monday
Stephen Mooney has been remembered this weekend as kind man who could always be relied on.
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Staff support has been in place since July.
Electric Picnic Countdown: Chappel Roan And Hozier Set To Open EP With A Bang
This year's first night boasts a stellar line-up.
Laois Special School Secretary Stands Remotely With Strikers
Yvonne Abbey says she wishes she was in school in happier circumstances.
Nature Friendly Laois Farm Hosting Sustainability Event
Camloon Dairy Farm will welcome around 200 people to Ballyfin on Sunday
IFA Warn Balance Must Be Struck For Nitrates Derogation
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Students Unions Hold 'Digs Drives' For Accommodation
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TUI Warns They Can't Fill In Secretaries Strike Indefinitely
General Secretary of the TUI, Tullamore's Michael Gillespie says while they support it, it's a strain on teachers.
Laois Pub Offers Space For Christmas Shoebox Appeal
Team Hope have been looking for a temporary space in Portlaoise for this year's Christmas Shoebox Appeal.
Former Army Ranger Skeptical Of Israeli Forces In Lebanon
UNIFIL peacekeepers will be withdrawn from Lebanon after 2027 if a UN Security Council vote passes today.
Missing Midlands Teen
They were reported missing in Carlow town on Monday.
Laois Astronomy Student Playing Big Role In Discovering New Planet
The planet has been named WISPIT 2b.
Over €130k Cannabis And Cocaine Seized In Westmeath
It was seized in Athlone alongside a joint operation by Westmeath and Galway Drugs Units in Galway.
Midlands Councillor Calls Out Government Over School Transport Delays
Driver shortages is seen as one of the reasons for buses being cancelled.
School Secretaries And Caretakers Go On Strike For Pension Rights
This follows unsuccessful negotiations between trade union Forsa and the Department of Education.
Electric Picnic Countdown: Official Traffic Plan Released
It's as 85,000 concert-goers prepare to gather.
