Israel-Hamas War: IDF Gives Gaza Residents 3-Hour Deadline to Relocate to Southern Area Amid Reports of Ground Offensive, Says 'Hamas Leaders Have Already Ensured Their Safety'

In the midst of intensifying conflict between Israel and Palestine, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday, October 15, took to X, urging the residents of Gaza City and northern Gaza to relocate to safer areas. The IDF announced a three-hour window, from 10 AM to 1 PM, during which they would halt military operations along the specified route to facilitate the movement of citizens. Additionally, the statement suggested that Hamas leaders had already secured their own safety and that of their families, stating, "Be assured, Hamas leaders have already ensured their safety and that of their families." China Slams Israel Over Attacks in Gaza: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi Says Israeli Govt Must Stop 'Collective Punishment' of Gaza Residents.

IDF Pauses Operations, Urges Resident Relocation

Residents of Gaza City and northern Gaza, in the past days, we've urged you to relocate to the southern area for your safety. We want to inform you that the IDF will not carry out any operations along this route from 10 AM to 1 PM. During this window, please take the opportunity… pic.twitter.com/JUkcGOg0yv

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 15, 2023

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