Mass evacuation of Gaza City infeasible amidst the ongoing Israeli offensive, according to Red Cross leader's statement.
Israel is pushing forward with its plan to take control of the Gaza Strip, starting with Gaza City. The objective of this plan is to dismantle Hamas after nearly 23 months of conflict. However, this move has sparked international concern over the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, where shortages of food and medicine persist.
The Red Cross President, Mirjana Spoljaric, has highlighted the challenges in conducting a safe and dignified evacuation in Gaza City. She stressed that such an operation would trigger massive displacement and emphasized that Israel's obligations under international humanitarian law to ensure civilian safety, shelter, medical care, and supplies during such an evacuation are not being met in Gaza.
Spoljaric warned that a mass evacuation from Gaza City could not be conducted safely or with dignity under current conditions. Other parts of Gaza already face critical shortages of food, shelter, and medical supplies. Despite these warnings, the Israeli military will continue supporting humanitarian efforts while maintaining its operations against Hamas.
On Friday, the Israeli army called on civilians to evacuate southwards. However, many residents in Gaza are unable to comply with evacuation orders due to starvation, illness, or injury. This has added to the concerns about a potential mass displacement due to the ongoing situation in Gaza.
The Israeli government and military are responsible for the security of the civilian population during a possible evacuation of Gaza City. The Israeli government has announced plans for evacuation and relocation of civilians to the southern Gaza Strip with preparations for humanitarian aid. International organizations like the International Committee of the Red Cross emphasize Israel’s obligations under international humanitarian law to ensure civilian safety, shelter, medical care, and supplies during such an evacuation.
The move has sparked international concern over the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip. The Red Cross President's remarks come amidst these concerns, underscoring the complexities and challenges of conducting an evacuation in Gaza City under the present circumstances.
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