Israel has issued urgent evacuation orders for residents of Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, warning of an imminent «intense fight». Families were instructed to move to the Al Mawasi humanitarian zone, as the IDF vows to «eliminate terrorist capabilities». 🚑 Civilians reported scrambling to gather belongings during Eid al-Fitr, a holiday marking Ramadan’s end.
Ceasefire Talks Hit Roadblocks
Hamas reportedly offered to release five hostages for a 50-day pause in fighting, but Israel demands 11 hostages plus the return of deceased captives’ bodies. ❌ «Significant gaps remain,» says Israeli media, with talks stalling as aerial strikes resume.
Human Toll Continues to Rise
Gaza health authorities report over 900 Palestinian deaths since mid-March, with 50,277 killed since the conflict began in October 2023. WAFA, Palestine’s news agency, states Monday’s strikes killed dozens—including children—amid Eid celebrations. 💔
What Comes Next?
The IDF ended a two-month ceasefire on March 18, citing Hamas’ failure to compromise. With evacuation warnings intensifying, global observers fear a deepening humanitarian crisis. Stay tuned for updates.
