Foreign National Palestinians Receive Support Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict

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Israel-Hamas war live updates: Foreign national Palestinians can cross from Gaza into Egypt on Monday, officials say

President Joe Biden said the U.S. is working to “ensure humanitarian supplies reach civilians in Gaza.”

Gaza Crisis:

Gaza is experiencing a dire humanitarian crisis with clean water, food, fuel, and medical supplies running out as hundreds of thousands of people flee to the border crossing with Egypt. Electricity has been unavailable for days.

Israel’s Actions:

Israel, which has continued to hit Gaza with airstrikes, has warned people to evacuate the northern part of the strip. The Israeli military said yesterday it was preparing to expand its aerial attack with “an integrated and coordinated attack from the air, sea and land.”

U.S. Response:

President Joe Biden said on X today that he spoke with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. He condemned Hamas’ attack and said the U.S. is “working with partners in the region to ensure humanitarian supplies reach civilians in Gaza and to prevent the conflict from widening.”

Casualties:

More than 2,450 people have been killed in Gaza and 9,200 have been injured. In Israel, 1,400 people have been killed and 3,500 have been wounded. The death toll for Americans from Hamas’ attack on Israel and the subsequent war stands at 30, with an additional 13 Americans missing.

Egypt Border:

Foreign national Palestinians will be able to cross the border into Egypt starting at 9 a.m. local time, when humanitarian aid will also begin crossing into Gaza.

Doctor in Gaza refusing Israeli orders to evacuate

Dr. Ahmed Mhanna, manager of two Al-Awda Hospital branches, has refused Israeli orders to evacuate the hospital, citing the inability to discharge patients with serious injuries. He appeals to international societies and organizations to pressure Israel to stop the attacks and protect civilians.

6-year-old Palestinian American boy stabbed to death in hate crime related to Israel-Hamas conflict

A 6-year-old Palestinian American boy was stabbed to death and his mother critically wounded in an anti-Muslim hate crime in Illinois. The attacker targeted them due to the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Hamas, according to the sheriff’s office.

State Department: 30 Americans dead, 13 missing

The death toll for Americans from Hamas’ attack on Israel and the subsequent war stands at 30, with an additional 13 Americans missing.

Israel says it reopened water supply to southern Gaza; people there say it’s not flowing

Israel said it reopened the water supply to southern parts of Gaza after it shut it off in the wake of Hamas’ attack. However, aid workers and residents in south Gaza report that the water supply has not yet been restored, causing a severe shortage of drinking water and basic sanitation.

U.N. official: Relief agency can’t handle scale of humanitarian crisis in Gaza

The U.N. Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East is unable to provide humanitarian assistance in Gaza as it continues to be without water and electricity. The agency is receiving desperate calls for help from Gazans, but lacks the capacity to provide relief to the overwhelming number of people seeking shelter.

Evacuation of Foreign Nationals from Gaza

Foreign national Palestinians will be able to cross the border into Egypt starting at 9 a.m. local time, when humanitarian aid will also begin crossing into Gaza. However, reports state that no large-scale evacuations of foreign nationals have occurred yet.

Family member of American hostages says she ‘cannot relax’ until loved ones are home

A family member of Americans held hostage by Hamas militants expressed frustration with the Israeli government’s response to help families of the hostages, stating that until they are home, she cannot relax. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced plans to work with the White House to create an aid package for Israel.

Israel-Hamas conflict and the role of the U.S.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has emphasized the United States’ unwavering support for Israel and its commitment to protecting civilians. He has called for the condemnation of Hamas as a terrorist organization and the provision of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Additionally, President Joe Biden has condemned Hamas’ attack and is working with partners in the region to ensure humanitarian supplies reach civilians in Gaza and prevent the conflict from widening.

Continued airstrikes and casualties

Israel continues its airstrikes in Gaza, with reports of hundreds of casualties. The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 2,450, with 9,200 injured. In Israel, 1,400 people have been killed and 3,500 wounded. The conflict has led to a dire humanitarian crisis, with shortages of clean water, food, fuel, and medical supplies in Gaza.

Concerns over safety and evacuation

There are ongoing concerns for the safety of civilians as the conflict escalates. Evacuations of civilians from Gaza have been ordered, but there are challenges in implementing them due to limited resources and the deteriorating humanitarian situation. The U.S. has been working to facilitate the safe evacuation of American citizens from Gaza and provide support for their families.

International response and calls for peace

The international community, including the European Commission, Pope Francis, and China, has called for an end to the violence and the protection of civilians. There have also been calls for negotiations and a return to the negotiating table to achieve a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

Summary

The Israel-Hamas conflict continues to escalate, with ongoing airstrikes and casualties. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, with shortages of essential supplies and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. The U.S. and international community are working to provide humanitarian aid and facilitate evacuations, while also calling for an end to the violence and a commitment to negotiations for a peaceful resolution. The safety and well-being of civilians in Gaza and Israel remain a top priority.