Gaza, Sept. 19 -- Gaza City is facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis as Israeli military forces advance from multiple directions, effectively 'sandwiching' residents and forcing mass displacement. The offensive, involving infantry, tanks, artillery, and airstrikes, targeting Palestinians, has driven waves of civilians toward the al-Rashid coastal road in a desperate bid to evacuate. Human rights observers warn that these attacks amount to a genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, as families face relentless bombardment and widespread civilian casualties. Israeli military spokesperson Nadav Shoshani stated that the operation is aimed at applying pressure on Hamas, though the human toll continues to rise.

Key facts from Thursday's attacks ...