ALBAWABA - In a resurgence of hostilities, Israeli occupation has broken the week-long ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, reigniting airstrikes and introducing a controversial "controlled evacuation" plan. The conflict escalates as both sides exchange fire, casting a dark shadow over the region.
Israeli artist Yula Benivolski renounces Israeli citizenship in protest against Gaza aggressionRenewed Strikes Follow Ceasefire Breach
The declared end of the humanitarian pause sees Israeli occupation resuming bombardments in the Gaza Strip, citing provocations from Hamas. Airstrikes intensify, creating renewed tensions in the northern and central areas. In response, Hamas launches retaliatory rocket attacks towards the occupation cities.
Strategic Focus on the South Unveiled
With the ceasefire abandoned, the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) initiate a previously outlined southern operation, compelling northern Gaza residents to migrate southward. To minimize civilian casualties, the IDF releases a "neighborhood-by-neighborhood destruction map," aiming to guide residents through potential danger zones and evacuation paths.
Controlled and Specific Evacuation Plan in Action
The IDF asserts a commitment to distinguishing between civilians and combatants, emphasizing a meticulous approach to "controlled and specific evacuation." A detailed map, presented in Arabic, divides Gaza into numerous small zones, anticipating current and potential conflict areas. Civilians are urged to follow military announcements for their safety.
Airstrikes Accompanied by Warnings and Brochures
Israeli occupation aircraft distribute brochures in southern Gaza, instructing residents to evacuate specific areas marked on the map. The potential conflict zones extend southward, approaching the Egyptian border. As the conflict prolongs, concerns arise about the feasibility of accommodating an influx of refugees in neighboring countries.
MSF Urges Rethink on Evacuation Orders
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) calls on the occupation to reconsider evacuation orders, stating that ongoing bombings and continued hostilities render no place in Gaza safe. MSF Director Avril Beniot emphasizes the need for all parties to protect civilians and vital infrastructure, advocating for a lasting ceasefire.
U.S. Implements Visa Restrictions for Involved Settlers
In response to illegal settler violence in the West Bank, the U.S. announces visa restrictions for Israeli occupation individuals involved in attacks against Palestinians. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during his recent visit to Israeli occupation, conveyed the U.S. government's expectation for Israeli occupation to address and prosecute those responsible for attacks on Palestinians.
