"Israel-Hamas Conflict: Netanyahu Orders Rafah Evacuation Amid Escalating Tensions"

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu directs military to plan for the evacuation of the population from Rafah, while Israeli forces search a hospital in Khan Younis; NGOs warn of humanitarian consequences for Rafah, Egypt responds to Biden's remarks on aid into Gaza, families of hostages in Gaza express frustrations over Israel's rejection of a deal with Hamas, and UNRWA says half of its aid mission requests to deliver aid in Gaza have been denied. Meanwhile, Israeli defense minister briefs US on IDF operations and "efforts focused on the southern Gaza region," and US President Biden highlights Gaza civilians' plight as Israel eyes Rafah advance.