Israeli military operation in Rafah expanded after deadly airstrike near displaced persons camp, killing 45 people. Discussing aftermath, casualties, world leaders' responses, and ongoing investigations.
Israeli airstrikes in Rafa caused significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
US diplomatic response to Israel's military operation in Rafa was cautious and delicate.
Deep dives
Israel Intensifies Military Operation in Rafa
Israel has escalated its military operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafa, following an Israeli airstrike that resulted in at least 45 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Palestinians in the area, who had sought refuge, were caught in the violence. Despite a UN court's call to cease the military assault, explosions and airstrikes continued, making it challenging to track the full extent of the impact on civilians and infrastructure in Rafa.
International Response and US Involvement
World leaders, including the US, expressed concern over the civilian casualties in Rafa, with the Biden administration urging Israel to exercise restraint. Despite Israel attributing the deadly airstrike to unforeseen circumstances during targeting Hamas, questions arose about the precision of the strikes. While the US acknowledged the tragic incident, it did not classify it as an unacceptable military operation, indicating a delicate diplomatic position in responding to the escalating conflict.
Israel has expanded its military operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafah. This comes after an Israeli airstrike on Sunday near a displaced persons camp started a fire killing at least 45 people and injuring hundreds more. We hear details from our correspondent in Tel Aviv.