Gaza city: Israeli military forces have issued another order for all residents of Gaza City to evacuate and move south, as violent shelling continues to target residential towers. The evacuation directive was announced on Saturday morning and is part of an ongoing conflict that has led to widespread destruction and displacement across the region.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA, the Israeli occupation army has urged residents to move toward the Khan Yunis neighborhood, which it describes as a “humanitarian zone.” However, reports indicate that no safe zones currently exist, as bombardments have hit various parts of the Gaza Strip, including hospitals, schools, and UN facilities that have been repurposed as shelters for displaced individuals.
The Gaza Strip is currently in the grip of a severe humanitarian crisis, exacerbated by the closure of crossings by Israeli forces since March 2. This blockade has prevented the entry of essential supplies such as food, medicine, aid, and fuel, leaving approximately 1.5 million of the 2.4 million residents homeless and in dire need of assistance.
Displaced families are encountering significant challenges in caring for the elderly and sick, with limited access to basic necessities. The ongoing conflict has persisted for 700 days, marked by accusations of genocide involving widespread killing, starvation, and destruction, despite international appeals and orders from the International Court of Justice to cease hostilities.
The conflict has resulted in over 200,000 casualties, with the majority being children and women, and more than 12,000 individuals are reported missing. The situation has led to mass displacement and a severe famine, causing additional loss of life.
Statements from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu advocating for the displacement of Gaza Strip residents have faced widespread condemnation from Palestinians, Arabs, and the international community, highlighting the urgent need for a resolution to the crisis.
