Israel is set to allow some food into Gaza just hours after the military announced it had launched a new ground operation in the enclave.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed a "basic" amount of food will be permitted to enter the enclave.

The Israeli government has accused Hamas of stealing aid, which the group denies, and has blocked all aid to Gaza since March 2, demanding Hamas release all remaining hostages.

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a house, in Jabalia, northern Gaza

A Palestinian boy stands next to a damaged car at the site of an Israeli strike on a house, in Jabalia, northern Gaza Strip

A view shows humanitarian aid with the logo of World Central Kitchen (WCK) at the Kerem Shalom border crossing to Gaza, Israel,