Following the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Khan Younis, some Palestinians have returned to find their city in ruins. Footage captured by a Gaza resident shows the extent of the destruction, with rubble-strewn streets and heavily damaged buildings.
Initially designated as a safe zone by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Khan Younis soon became a target as the IDF advanced southward, citing it as a Hamas stronghold. The city endured sustained attacks, leaving many areas in ruins.
During the conflict, the IDF conducted offensives in Khan Younis, including targeting medical facilities that were providing shelter to displaced civilians and health workers. The IDF claimed to have located Hamas militants within these hospitals, justifying their actions as part of their military operations.
Despite the withdrawal of ground forces from Khan Younis after months of intense fighting, the IDF's chief of staff emphasized that the military operations in Gaza are ongoing. The situation remains volatile, with no immediate end in sight to the conflict that has ravaged the region.
