Khan Younis Exodus: Civilians Displaced Amid Israeli Onslaught

Residents of Khan Younis in Gaza flee as Israeli tanks and airstrikes intensify. Israeli actions, aimed at preventing Hamas from regrouping, have resulted in many civilian casualties. The situation has left civilians in despair, facing shortages of basic necessities and overcrowded spaces. Hopes for a ceasefire negotiation continue.

Residents of eastern Khan Younis in Gaza fled en masse on Tuesday as Israeli tanks advanced after an evacuation order. Several districts experienced bombings for a second day, leading tens of thousands to seek refuge.

Israel stated that the military action aimed to prevent Hamas fighters from regrouping in areas they had previously 'cleared.' Gaza health officials reported that at least 80 Palestinians have died since Monday, adding to a grim death toll exceeding 39,000 over nearly 10 months.

Displaced families faced dire conditions, with reports of cuts to water, electricity, and food, and no safe places left to go, according to the U.N. Meanwhile, Israeli forces continued to target identified militants and weapon caches in Khan Younis, amidst scenes of chaos and desperation.

(With inputs from agencies.)