April 26th 2024.
According to a state-owned media outlet, Israel is reportedly making preparations to evacuate civilians from the city of Rafah in the Gaza strip. This is in anticipation of a potential ground attack on the southernmost city, as confirmed by the Israeli Kan TV report. The decision to evacuate the area is still pending final approval from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Earlier today, the country's wartime cabinet and security cabinet held a meeting to discuss the possibility of an assault on Rafah. This city was previously considered a "safe zone" for Palestinians who have been displaced by the relentless Israeli bombardments. It is currently home to about 1.4 million people seeking refuge.
During the meeting, the ministers also addressed the ongoing efforts to negotiate a ceasefire that would secure the release of over 100 hostages being held in Gaza. However, despite Netanyahu's approval of the attack plans back in March, the final execution order has yet to be issued.
The United Nations has expressed concern over the potential consequences of a ground operation in Rafah, stating that it would have catastrophic effects on civilians. As tensions continue to rise, the international community is closely monitoring the situation and urging for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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