SaralnamaThousands of Palestinians are fleeing Gaza City as Israeli troops advance. Israel began a major ground offensive to occupy the city. Gaza's health ministry reported attacks on al-Ranitisi children's hospital. Israel struck over 150 targets in two days. Palestinians are moving south on donkey carts, vehicles, and on foot. The IDF opened a second evacuation route on Salah al-Din road for 48 hours from 10 BST. Many struggle with high costs of displacement. Aid groups warn the 'humanitarian area' is overcrowded. About 350,000 people have fled Gaza City. Families of hostages held by Hamas protested near Netanyahu's residence. The offensive has drawn international criticism. The UN concluded Israel committed genocide in Gaza, which Israel rejected. The war began after Hamas's attack. Over 64,000 Palestinians have been killed since then. (Updated 17 Sep 2025, 16:00 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing Gaza City as Israeli troops advance
- Israel began a major ground offensive to occupy the city
- Gaza's health ministry reported attacks on al-Ranitisi children's hospital