As of April 6, 2025, the situation in Palestine, particularly in the Gaza Strip, has escalated significantly.
Israeli Military Operations:
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Israel has initiated a new security corridor, termed the "Morag Corridor," across southern Gaza. This corridor aims to isolate the city of Rafah from the rest of Gaza, intensifying military pressure on Hamas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu compared this to the Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza-Egypt border.
In the past 24 hours, Israeli airstrikes have resulted in at least 32 fatalities in Gaza, predominantly women and children. Residential areas, including makeshift shelters for displaced families, have been targeted.
The Israeli military has expanded its "security zone" in northern Gaza, aiming to exert further pressure on Hamas.
Humanitarian Impact:
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The ongoing conflict has led to a severe humanitarian crisis. Over 50,000 Palestinians, mostly women and children, have lost their lives since the resumption of hostilities.
UNICEF reports that more than a million children in Gaza are surviving without essential aid due to blockades on basic supplies.
International Response:
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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a summit in Cairo with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Jordan's King Abdullah II to address the Gaza conflict and advocate for a ceasefire.
The international community continues to express concern over the escalating violence and its impact on civilians, urging both parties to return to negotiations.
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