The Biden administration is pressing Israel to do more to protect civilians. But it has not publicly discussed any consequences if it does not.
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Israel and Hamas Battle for a City in Gaza, Sparking Another Exodus
Thousands of people heeded Israeli orders to flee Khan Younis and nearby areas, but the places they were told to go had little shelter, water or food.
On the Ground in Wars and Disasters, the U.N. Plays a Vital Role
While some critics say the world body is paralyzed by political differences, its humanitarian agencies are helping needy people in Gaza and other places around the world.
Cindy McCain, Head of World Food Program, Faces Staff Revolt Over Gaza Conflict
Staff members accused Ms. McCain, the W.F.P.’s leader, of not leveraging her position to speak out against the suffering of Palestinian civilians, and some have called for her removal.
U.S. Has Warned Israel to Fight More Surgically in Gaza, Officials Say
American officials have told the Israelis that a major bombardment risks sparking a humanitarian crisis that overwhelms the world’s capacity to respond.
Israel-Hamas Pause in Fighting May Start Friday at Earliest
Both sides announced a four-day pause in the war between Israel and Hamas, but details were still being worked out.
U.S. Presses Israel to Set Up Safe Areas During Coming Pause in Gaza War
President Biden and his aides are trying to get Israel to take measures that would reduce Palestinian civilian deaths and restore services.
Families of Hostages in Gaza Are Desperate for Proof of Life
Hamas has offered no information about the nearly 240 hostages, including children, who are said to be held in Gaza.
Pressure Mounts as Israel Searches Al-Shifa Hospital for Hamas Presence
The Israeli military said troops had uncovered a Hamas tunnel shaft underneath the Al-Shifa Hospital complex, as well as a vehicle on the hospital grounds packed with weapons.
Gaza Is Plunged Into a Communications Blackout Amid a Severe Fuel Shortage
Major Palestinian networks said “all telecom services” in the Gaza Strip were down, leaving most in the enclave cut off from the outside world amid an escalating Israeli operation.