Gaza war: Israel orders evacuation of part humanitarian zone

Strikes are reported near Khan Younis, after people are told to leave eastern areas in the zone.

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The military said there had been “significant terrorist activity and rocket fire” from eastern neighbourhoods of the city of Khan Younis and told residents to head to the “adjusted” al-Mawasi humanitarian area.

The announcement was followed by intense Israeli strikes near Khan Younis, and video showed people running in panic with only a few bags.

Gaza’s Hamas-run health ministry said at least 37 people had been killed and 120 injured.

The casualties were brought to Nasser hospital, in the west of Khan Younis, which the ministry said needed donations of blood to help treat them.

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