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The Israeli military reports that over 550,000 people have left Gaza City and moved southward. IDF forces from multiple divisions have now entered the city and begun operations in areas described as Hamas terror strongholds. The army accuses Hamas of attempting to prevent civilian movement south, using the population as human shields in violation of international law. Meanwhile, the IDF says it is expanding humanitarian infrastructure in southern Gaza's Khan Yunis area while urging civilians to follow safety instructions.

Key Points: 550,000 Gazans Evacuate South as IDF Enters City Strongholds

  • IDF reports 550,000+ civilians have evacuated Gaza City for the south
  • Forces from three IDF divisions enter the city to target Hamas strongholds
  • Military accuses Hamas of using civilians as human shields and blocking evacuations
  • IDF expanding humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis with field hospitals and supplies
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More than 550,000 leave Gaza while Israel intensifies military operation

Over 550,000 civilians flee Gaza City as IDF divisions launch operations in Hamas strongholds, accusing the group of using human shields and violating international law.

"leading a broad effort to adapt the humanitarian infrastructure in the southern Gaza Strip - IDF/TPS"

Tel Aviv, September 21

The IDF reported that so far, more than 550,000 civilians have left Gaza City and moved south. At the same time, forces from the IDF's 162nd, 98th and 36th divisions completed their entry into Gaza City and began operations in Hamas terror strongholds there.

As part of the Hamas terrorist organisation's modus operandi, the IDF identified attempts to prevent the movement of civilians southward in violation of international law, while cruelly using the civilian population as human shields.

In recent weeks, the IDF, led by the Southern Command, has begun a broad operation to warn the Gaza population in order to protect them from the fighting zones using a variety of operational tools, including distributing voice messages, dropping leaflets, sending text messages, and making phone calls.

The IDF also informed Gazans of the humanitarian zone in Khan Yunis and said it is "leading a broad effort to adapt the humanitarian infrastructure in the southern Gaza Strip, including expanding field hospitals, repairing and connecting water lines and desalination plants, along with continuing the ongoing supply of food, tents, medicine and medical equipment to the zone."

The IDF called on civilians in the Gaza Strip to follow official instructions for their safety and to avoid staying in areas that have been designated as dangerous. (ANI/TPS)

- ANI

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Priya S
Using civilians as human shields is absolutely unacceptable. Hamas must be held accountable for putting their own people in danger. At the same time, Israel should ensure minimal civilian casualties. A very complex situation.
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Rohit P
Half a million people displaced! This is massive. While I understand Israel's security concerns, the scale of this operation is worrying. Hope the humanitarian corridors actually work as promised.
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Michael C
The IDF seems to be taking precautions with warnings and humanitarian zones, which is better than many other conflicts. But the proof will be in how effectively these measures protect civilians in reality.
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Sarah B
As an Indian, I've seen how terrorism affects nations. Israel has every right to eliminate Hamas threat, but must remember that most Gazans are ordinary people caught in the middle. Hope peace prevails soon.
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Nikhil C
The numbers are staggering - 550,000 people! This will create a massive refugee crisis. While military action against terrorists is necessary, the long-term solution requires political dialogue and addressing root causes.

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