Thousands of Palestinians began leaving their homes on Friday after the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) issued a 24-hour evacuation order for residents in northern Gaza. They were instructed to move to the southern area of the Gaza Strip ahead of a possible Israeli ground offensive.
Footage by CGTN Stringer showed thousands of Palestinian families with packed possessions traveling out of Gaza City by foot, cars, and trucks. In one clip, an elderly woman was carried out of her house by family members in preparation for evacuation.
The mass exodus highlights the escalating tensions in the region, as residents grapple with uncertainty and fear. Families are leaving behind their homes and communities, seeking safety amid concerns over potential military actions.
The international community is watching closely as the situation unfolds, with humanitarian organizations expressing concern for the safety and well-being of civilians in Gaza.
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cgtn.com
