Palestinians to defy Israel: The Hamas authority for refugee affairs urged residents to remain in their homes in the face of what it termed a “disgusting psychological war waged by the occupation,” according to AP.
Israel’s evacuation orders cover the northern part of Gaza, including the densely populated Gaza City, effectively sealing off the territory and restricting movement. The UN has reported that around 400,000 Palestinians have already been displaced.
In a statement released by Hamas’s armed wing, Al Qassam Brigades, it was claimed that 13 captives were killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza in the last 24 hours. The statement detailed that six hostages were killed in strikes in the northern district, while seven more died in strikes hitting three locations in the Gaza district.
The conflict has escalated to a point where even access to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem for Friday prayers has been restricted to those over 60. Amid the violence, the international community has been called upon to intervene urgently to halt the dire situation.
Israel’s foreign ministry has expressed disappointment over China’s response to the conflict, while Palestine’s mission in Tokyo has criticized the support of Israel by certain Western leaders. Meanwhile, Hungary’s Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán, has declared that his country will not allow any rallies in support of terrorist organizations, emphasizing the need for the safety of all Hungarian citizens regardless of their backgrounds.
Palestinians to defy Israel orders to evacuate. The situation remains highly volatile, with the conflict taking a toll on both Palestinian and Israeli populations. Source thedailycourierng news