An Israeli military spokesman said that Israeli soldiers had surrounded Gaza’s largest city. White House officials said they would urge Israel to “pause” its bombardment on humanitarian grounds.
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‘In Egypt Now. Free!’: First Evacuees From Gaza Feel Relief and Gratitude
“You feel that human beings’ lives are so worthless,” said Ala Al Husseini, 61, an Austrian-Palestinian dual national who was allowed to leave Gaza on Wednesday.
Hundreds Leave Gaza Strip for Egypt as Israel Closes In on Main City
Hundreds of people, including a few Americans, left the besieged territory for Egypt, the first group allowed across the border since the war began.
What to Know About the Gaza Departures
Thousands of foreign passport holders and people affiliated with international organizations are set to evacuate from Gaza to Egypt starting on Wednesday.
Egypt Says It Will Treat Injured Gazans in Its Hospitals
A gateway to the Gaza Strip has allowed some vital aid in but has yet to let anyone get out.
At Least 32 Killed in Vehicle Collision in Egypt
Several cars caught fire after a passenger bus and several vehicles collided on a main road north of Cairo, injuring more than 60 other people, state media reported.
Gaza’s Tunnels Loom Large for Israel’s Ground Forces
Hamas is believed to hide weapons, fighters and even command centers in miles of subterranean pathways and chambers.
Food and Water Grow Scarce in Gaza Amid Israeli Siege and Strikes
Residents wait in line for hours for bread and water, with fights sometimes breaking out. The United Nations has called the situation a humanitarian catastrophe.
Peace Summit in Egypt Shows a Shift in Rhetoric but no Consensus
World leaders met in Cairo on Saturday to talk about de-escalating violence in Gaza. Hours later, they were still deeply divided.
Food and Water Are Unlikely to Flow Into Gaza on Friday, Officials Say
Egypt, Israel, the United States and the United Nations were still negotiating over thorny issues, including who would inspect the shipments for weapons, officials said.