Analysis Summary:

The article appears mostly accurate, with the main claims supported by other news sources. The title's wording ("seize and control") might introduce a slight bias. The death toll claim is attributed to the Hamas-run health ministry, which is a necessary disclaimer.

Detailed Analysis:

• Claim:** Israel launches major offensive to 'seize and control' areas of Gaza.
  • Verification Source #1: Supports the claim of a major offensive and the aim to seize strategic areas.
  • Verification Source #3: Supports the claim of expanding military operations in Gaza to seize areas.
• Claim:** IDF says "Operation Gideon's Chariots" aims to defeat Hamas.
• Fail to cover:* None of the provided sources mention "Operation Gideon's Chariots" by name. This does not mean it's false, just unverified by the provided sources.
• Claim:** Hamas-run health ministry says hundreds of people killed since Thursday.
  • Verification Source #5: Mentions that the Hamas-controlled health ministry reports casualty figures. The specific number of deaths since Thursday is not verified, but the source confirms the ministry's role in reporting casualties.

Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:

• Verification Source #1 and Verification Source #3 both support the claim that Israel launched a major offensive with the aim of seizing areas in Gaza.
• Verification Source #5 confirms that the Hamas-controlled health ministry is the source of casualty figures.
• The name of the operation "Operation Gideon's Chariots" is not mentioned in any of the provided sources.