Pakistan, Jan. 20 -- Israeli forces have ordered dozens of Palestinian families in southern Gaza to evacuate their homes, the first such move since October's ceasefire. Leaflets were dropped in the Al-Reqeb neighbourhood of Bani Suhaila, east of Khan Younis. Residents said the orders are part of Israel's effort to expand control over the area.

The leaflets, written in Arabic, Hebrew, and English, instructed families to leave immediately. Some residents reported relocating westward, while others remain in partially damaged homes and tents. Local sources said about 70 families, roughly 3,000 people, were affected by this order.

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