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Thousands of Palestinians leave Gaza City fearing Israeli offensive
Thousands leave homes as mediators push last-ditch ceasefire effort; Israel warns hostages at risk
Aug 18, 2025
Aug 18, 2025
Thousands leave homes as mediators push last-ditch ceasefire effort; Israel warns hostages at risk
Israeli military says it is working to "dismantle Hamas' military capabilities" while taking steps "to minimize civilian harm"
As Europe and Arab states urged restraint, Trump gave Netanyahu free rein over Gaza City
Israeli PM says his country wants to hand over Gaza to Arab forces that would govern it
Steve Witkoff meets Israeli leaders amid famine warnings, stalled ceasefire talks, and rising global pressure
UN says a third of Gazans haven't eaten for days as Israel allows limited food aid into the besieged strip