A mass exodus unfolded in northern Gaza as Israel’s military ordered nearly 1 million people to evacuate to the southern part of the besieged territory in anticipation of an expected ground invasion following a surprise attack by Hamas. The U.N. warned of a potential catastrophe, calling on Israel to reverse the evacuation order, but the airstrikes continued to pound the region. Families in cars, trucks, and carts packed with belongings streamed out of Gaza City. Hamas urged people to ignore the evacuation order, and Palestinians faced a challenging decision to leave or stay, with no safe refuge. Hospitals struggled to evacuate patients amidst a dire humanitarian crisis, and the situation remains highly volatile.
Mass Exodus in Northern Gaza Amid Evacuation Order as Conflict Intensifies
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