Israeli tanks push into Gaza's Rafah, as displaced civilians flee again
Tuesday, 14 May 2024 Israeli tanks advanced further into the eastern part of Rafah on Tuesday. They reached residential areas in the southern border city where over a million people had sought shelter after being displaced during seven months of war. Israel's allies from around the world and humanitarian organizations have consistently advised against launching a ground invasion into the densely populated refugee area of Rafah, citing the risk of a humanitarian crisis.
Seven months into the conflict triggered by Hamas's October 7 attack, Israeli forces are engaged in fierce battles with Palestinian militants in Gaza, focusing on Rafah near the Egyptian border and new flashpoints in northern and central areas. An incident of friendly fire in Jabalia resulted in the...
Israel lashes out at South Africa's case before the UN's top court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) describing it as "distorted" and saying Rafah is a "stronghold" for Hamas. The comments by..
In a high-stakes legal battle at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Israel has once again contested accusations of genocide brought by South Africa. This urgent request from South Africa calls..
Khalil al-Hayya of Hamas stated that Israel's bombings in Gaza have killed 70% of the Israeli captives taken during the October 7 attacks. He accused Israel of prolonging truce negotiations to prepare..
Israeli strike kills 21 at Rafah displacement camp, Hamas reports 'dozens of martyrs'. Global outrage follows similar strike days earlier. Around one million... IndiaTimes
Israeli army evacuates 100,000 from eastern Rafah for a potential ground attack in southern Gaza. Civilians urged to move safely amid Israeli air strikes... IndiaTimes