Palestinians were told to go to the seaside village of Al-Mawasi to escape the fighting, but once they got there they found they were on their own.
Tag: Refugees and Displaced Persons
New U.K. Asylum Bill Aims to Override Some Human Rights Law
Britain’s prime minister unveiled emergency legislation to salvage a highly contested scheme to deport asylum seekers to the African country. It wasn’t enough for his immigration minister.
Gazans Flee Fighting to Al-Masawi, but Find Little Shelter There
Palestinians were told to go to the seaside village of Al-Mawasi to escape the fighting, but once they got there they found they were on their own.
Nguyen Qui Duc, Whose Salon Became a Hanoi Hub, Dies at 65
A former refugee who found radio success in the U.S., he opened an exhibition space in his native Vietnam that drew artists and ambassadors. Anthony Bourdain dropped in.
Israel-Hamas War Intensifies in Southern Gaza; Civilians Say No Place Is Safe
Amid some of the war’s heaviest bombing, Israeli forces battled Hamas deep into the city of Khan Younis, with few signs that Israel was heeding Biden administration calls to show more restraint.
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.
Israeli Forces Near Khan Younis in Southern Gaza
Israel, escalating its assault against Hamas in southern Gaza, warned civilians there to evacuate, but some said there was nowhere left to go.
Israel Orders Southern Gaza Residents to Evacuate
As its ground forces prepared to move in the south of Gaza, residents there were told to leave their homes, spreading fear and confusion.
Israel Resumes Offensive in Gaza Strip After Truce With Hamas Ends
Talks on extending a weeklong cease-fire broke down, with each side blaming the other. The truce had included the release of hostages held in Gaza for people in Israeli prisons.
Israel’s Next Aim Is Southern Gaza. U.S. Urges Restraint.
American officials are making clear to Israel that it cannot pursue a campaign in the south that would have the same devastating consequences as in the north.