Israeli tanks have advanced into central Rafah, defying an appeal from the International Court of Justice. After a night of heavy bombardment, Palestinians are on the move after the reported deaths of at least 21 people in an area designated as a civilian evacuation zone.
RAFAH, GAZA - MAY 28: Palestinians packed up their tents and fled to safe areas with what they could take with them following the Israeli army attack on a refugee tent encampment in al-Mawasi area in Rafah, Gaza on May 28, 2024. The Israeli army had previously designated al-Mawasi area as a "safe zone" for displaced civilians in Rafah. But the Israeli government denies striking that area.
Ahmaed Nassar - one of many Palestinians who had sought refuge in Rafah- says a number of his relatives have been killed. Israeli military spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari says the operation was aimed at killing Hamas militants. Israel has disregarded a ruling from the United Nations' International Court of Justice calling for an immediate end to their operation in Rafah."The death and destruction in Rafah is horrific, this human suffering is unacceptable and we reiterate to the government of Israel, this cannot continue. We must see an immediate humanitarian ceasefire so that civilians can be protected and Australia continues to support the work of the United States, Qatar and Egypt in trying to achieve this.
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