The Israeli military issued new evacuation orders for two northern Gaza City neighborhoods, labeling the area a “dangerous combat zone.” Hamas authorities urged civilians to avoid relocating within northern Gaza and heading south, citing continued Israeli airstrikes in areas previously deemed “safe.”
In the past week, Israeli forces operating in Jabalia killed dozens of militants, dismantled military infrastructure, and discovered weapons. Palestinian health officials report around 150 deaths in the area during this period. Both Palestinian and U.N. officials warn that there are no safe zones in Gaza and raise alarms over food, fuel, and medical shortages, risking famine in northern Gaza.
On Saturday, Israel escalated its conflict with Hezbollah, targeting northern Lebanon and ordering evacuations of 23 villages in southern Lebanon. Israeli airstrikes killed at least five and wounded 15. Hezbollah fired nearly 320 projectiles into Israel that day, while Israel closed off certain northern towns for public safety, citing increased Hezbollah activities. Israel claims the group hides weapons among civilians, a claim Hezbollah denies.
