Unrelenting Israeli assault in Gaza raises concerns of southern expansion

Published November 17th, 2023 - 02:32 GMT
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A picture shows Israeli tanks crossing a barbed wire fence out of the Palestinian enclave on November 17, 2023, amid the ongoing battles between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. (Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP)
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Death Toll Surpasses 11,500 as Israeli Forces Tighten Grip on Gaza

ALBAWABA - In an unbroken chain of attacks lasting 42 days, the occupation's relentless offensive in the Gaza Strip has raised alarms as the death toll climbs beyond 11,500. Recent developments indicate a potential expansion of the ongoing occupation from northern to southern Gaza, further intensifying the humanitarian crisis.

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For over a month, the occupation has continuously targeted civilian settlements, hospitals, and mosques, resulting in the tragic loss of thousands of Palestinian lives. Scarce fuel and medical supplies have forced hospitals to shut down one after another, exacerbating the already dire situation in Gaza.

Israeli occupation general signals possible southern advance in Gaza

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