The Latest Breaking News from Rafah

Antony Blinken highlighted the ‘horrible loss of life of innocent civilians’, in some of the strongest criticism of Israel from the US to date

War-weary Gazans flooded towards coastal areas of the Gaza Strip's southern city of Rafah on Sunday, fleeing heavy bombardment in eastern zones after Israel ordered them to evacuate.

Israeli forces launch more attacks on Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza as they increase pressure on Rafah.

Israel escalates military operations in Gaza targeting Hamas amid international calls for ceasefire and humanitarian concerns.

Israeli forces battle Palestinian militants in Gaza, leading to displacement, devastation, and a humanitarian crisis. Urgent need for resolution.

Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the latest assault despite warnings of disaster. Many Israelis are asking what price is too high in pursuit of ‘total victory’

Secretary of state Antony Blinken defends decision to pause bomb delivery to Israel: ‘We have real concerns about the way they’re used’

Egypt on Sunday announced its intention to formally support South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) against Israel, alleging genocide in its war against Hamas in Gaza. Meanwhile Israel sent tanks into the Jabalia area of northern Gaza Sunday to try to stop Hamas from re-establishing its…

Doctors Without Borders evacuates patients from Rafah hospital due to Israeli military orders, hindering medical assistance.

President Biden's ultimatum on arms to Israel, rocket attacks from Rafah, and criticism over strained U.S.-Israel relations.

European Union Council President expresses concern over Israeli military evacuation orders in Rafah, urging adherence to international humanitarian law.