Israel Orders Palestinians to Evacuate Parts of Rafah
Evacuation Order Expands to More Areas amid Fears of Ground Assault
Over Ten Thousand Palestinians Ordered to Leave as Israeli Invasion Continues
JERUSALEM, ISRAEL - The Israeli army has ordered tens of thousands of Palestinians to evacuate parts of Rafah, a city in the southern Gaza Strip, amid growing fears of a ground assault.
The evacuation order, which was issued on Tuesday, April 29, 2024, affects over 70,000 Palestinians living in the Tel al-Sultan and al-Shouka neighborhoods of Rafah. The order gives residents 24 hours to leave their homes and move to safer areas.
Israeli officials say the evacuation is necessary to protect civilians from the ongoing military operation against Hamas, which has been ongoing for over a week. However, Palestinian officials and human rights groups have condemned the order as a form of collective punishment.
The Israeli army has been carrying out airstrikes on Rafah since April 22, killing at least 100 people, including dozens of civilians. The army has also warned that it may launch a ground assault on the city in the coming days.
Conclusion
The evacuation order and the ongoing Israeli invasion of Rafah have displaced thousands of Palestinians and raised fears of a humanitarian crisis. The international community has called on Israel to end its military operation and allow humanitarian aid to reach the affected areas.
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