Israeli forces order evacuation of Shifa hospital in Gaza, citing its use as a Hamas operations center. Despite ongoing conflict, a first fuel consignment enters Gaza from Egypt after Israel concedes to limited deliveries under U.S. pressure. The UN calls for a “humanitarian ceasefire” as the situation for 2.4 million Palestinians becomes increasingly dire. UN humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths urges stopping the fighting to allow safe civilian movement. Gaza reports 12,000 casualties, mostly civilians, amid relentless Israeli campaigns. Israel continues its offensive, searching Gaza’s largest hospital for an alleged Hamas operations center.
Israel-Hamas War: Day 43 Updates
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