Israel Says Expecting 1 Million Gazans to Flee New Offensive
Israel expects up to one million Palestinians to flee Gaza City amid military operations, with 70,000 already displaced from northern Gaza, according to Israeli defense officials.
- On September 3, officials indicated that a forthcoming military operation in Gaza City could force the displacement of approximately one million Palestinians.
- The offensive comes after almost two years of conflict that began with a 2023 assault by Hamas, which sparked the war and led to numerous casualties and widespread displacement.
- Approximately 70,000 Palestinians have already evacuated northern Gaza as Israeli forces intensify their preparations to capture Gaza City, the largest urban area within the Palestinian territory.
- According to reliable figures from Gaza's health ministry, over 63,700 Palestinians, mostly civilians, have died as a result of Israel's military response, while demonstrations in Jerusalem demand a ceasefire and the release of hostages amid growing concerns about escalating military actions.
- The displacement and offensive indicate escalating humanitarian challenges in Gaza, with authorities planning a new humanitarian area to protect displaced populations amid mounting global concern.
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Despite looming Israeli offensive, many in Gaza City insist they won’t flee again
As artillery and bombs pound around Gaza’s largest city and Israel promises a punishing new offensive, Palestinians in the city are paralyzed with fear — unsure whether to go and what will happen if they do. Israel has declared Gaza City, in the north of the territory, a combat zone while the…
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