"Israeli Military Expands Operations in Gaza, Defeats Hamas in Khan Younis"

Israeli authorities announced plans to expand their military operation into Rafah, Gaza, one of the last remaining refuges in the strip, raising concerns about the already crowded and desperate humanitarian situation. The population of Rafah has swelled to at least 1.4 million people, with many living in makeshift structures and facing a mounting humanitarian crisis. Aid workers warn of the risk of significant harm if further conflict occurs in the area, as the overcrowding has led to breakdowns in sanitary precautions and reports of acute watery diarrhea. Additionally, at least ten Western governments have suspended funding to UNRWA, the chief logistical force for aid in Gaza, following allegations of support for militant groups within the organization.