Israel pulls some troops from southern Gaza – NBC Chicago
Israel’s military says it has withdrawn its forces from the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis.
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Israel’s military says it has withdrawn its forces from the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis.
Israel’s military says it has withdrawn its forces from the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis, wrapping up a key phase in its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group.
Israel’s military says it has withdrawn its forces from the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis, wrapping up a key phase in its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group. But defense officials say troops are merely regrouping as the army prepares to move into Hamas’ last stronghold, Rafah. Rafah shelters some 1.4 million people, and the prospect of an offensive has raised global alarm. The withdrawal brings Israel’s troop presence in the territory to one of the lowest levels since the war began. It is a milestone as Israel and Hamas mark six months of fighting.
Israel has withdrawn its troops from Khan Younis in southern Gaza to prepare for operations in Rafah, Hamas’ last stronghold, despite international warnings.
Israel’s military says it has withdrawn its forces from the southern Gaza city of Khan Younis, wrapping up a key phase in its ground offensive against the Hamas militant group.