Israel signals They are expanding the scope of their ground attack. to new areas in central Gaza as UNSC prepares to vote on increasing humanitarian aid
Foreign news agencies reported that On Friday, December 22, 2023, the Israeli army issued a directive to the people of Al-Bureij, in the central Gaza Strip. Let them migrate south immediately. Signaling that their attack was heading towards a new area. After completely destroying the northern region and attacked southern areas several times in the past 10 weeks.
The Israeli government under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to destroy Hamas. After their massive attack on Israel on October 7, 1,200 people were killed and about 240 Israelis and foreigners were taken hostage.
However, the number of deaths among citizens in Gaza is increasing. because of Israel’s revenge operation It is attracting more and more international criticism. Even the United States, a great friend, has come out to criticize it. The latest tally of Palestinian deaths in Gaza stands at 20,057, with another 53,320 injured since the fighting began.
The Israeli army expressed condolences for the deaths of its citizens. But they blame Hamas. that they move in densely populated areas Or use people as human shields But Hamas refused.
Representatives of Israel and Hamas are currently negotiating in Egypt. But hopes for an immediate ceasefire agreement are increasingly fading. amid reports that There were air strikes, artillery fire. and clashes between soldiers on both sides Across the Gaza Strip on Friday
Residents of Gaza told foreign media that Israeli tanks fired on Friday in an area of al-Bouraj, where Israeli soldiers have previously clashed with Hamas fighters on the edge of the city. But it has never invaded the interior area.
Hamas media Shehab reported that there had been heavy airstrikes and artillery strikes on the city of Jabalia al-Balad and on the Jabalia refugee camp. in northern Gaza By Israeli army vehicle Try to invade the city from the west side. Amidst the sound of gunfire fighting fiercely
There were also reports of air strikes on Khanyounis. The largest city in southern Gaza. and Rafah which has a border connecting with Egypt as well
On the other hand, representatives of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) are still trying to negotiate to keep the United States from harming the United States. United Arab Emirates draft resolution veto that calls for Israel and Hamas It allows the use of land, sea and air routes to distribute humanitarian aid across the Gaza Strip. But negotiations have not yet been concluded and have been postponed for several days.
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2023-12-22 17:25:00
