Summary
The Israeli military has instructed all residents of Gaza City to evacuate the area as it prepares for a large ground assault aimed at defeating Hamas. The military's warning emphasizes the danger to civilians remaining in the city, while humanitarian organizations have expressed concerns over the potential humanitarian crisis.
Key Facts
- Israel's military has ordered Gaza City residents to leave ahead of a ground assault.
- As many as one million Palestinians live in Gaza City, which is a major urban center.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated recent airstrikes were just the start of a larger operation against Hamas.
- The United Nations has warned that the offensive could worsen an existing humanitarian crisis in the area.
- Israel's security cabinet approved a plan to conquer Gaza after ceasefire talks with Hamas failed in July.
- Israeli military actions have intensified, with air and ground attacks targeting buildings used by Hamas.
- Photographs show people moving south from Gaza City by various means, but not in large numbers.
- Local residents face challenges finding safe places to go and report lack of transportation options.
