"Israeli Response to Iranian Attack Reshapes Rafah in Gaza"

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"Israeli Response to Iranian Attack Reshapes Rafah in Gaza"
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More than 1 million displaced Palestinians have sought refuge in Gaza's southern city of Rafah, which has become Israel's last major military target in its campaign against Hamas. Satellite analysis shows that about 32% of the region's buildings have been damaged by Israeli airstrikes, with makeshift camps and tents surrounding UN facilities, field hospitals, and mosques. Israeli officials are preparing for a military operation in Rafah, estimating 5,000 to 8,000 Hamas fighters in the city, while the US and other allies are urging for a cease-fire and humanitarian aid amidst escalating tensions in the region.

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