The United States cautioned Israel against sending troops into Gaza's southern city of Rafah, citing potential disaster. The warning followed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's order for troops to prepare for action in Rafah, the last major town in Gaza yet to be entered by Israeli ground forces. Amid fears of ground fighting, Israel intensified airstrikes on the city while civilians sought refuge.
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00:00 As the Israeli troops head towards the Rafah border, now the United States has cautioned
00:08 Israel against sending troops to the Gaza Southern city, warning of potential disaster.
00:15 The concern arose after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered troops to prepare
00:20 for action in Rafah, the last major town in Gaza yet to be entered by the Israeli ground
00:25 forces.
00:26 Amid escalating tensions, Israel has already intensified the airstrikes on the city, raising
00:31 fears of ground fighting.
00:33 The USO has expressed apprehension over a potential ground operation, emphasizing the
00:38 need to prioritize the safety of civilians.
00:41 Meanwhile, the diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire and resolving the conflict
00:46 continues with talks hosted by Egypt.
00:49 The Gaza war, sparked by Hamas's attack on Israel, has resulted in significant casualties
00:54 and a deepening humanitarian crisis, with the United Nations condemning Israel's destruction
01:00 of property as a war crime.
01:02 The conflict has also led heightened tensions in the region, with retaliatory action from
01:06 Iran-backed groups and US airstrikes targeting militants.
01:10 Diplomatic initiatives, including visits by Jordan's King Abdullah, are underway to address
01:15 the escalating situation, yet there is nothing finalized or formalized yet.
01:20 Additionally, the US has retaliated its commitment to ensure any military operation, but Israel
01:25 always prioritizes the safety of civilians.
01:29 Secretary of State Antony Blinken also emphasized the need for Israel to consider the humanitarian
01:34 consequences of its actions.
01:36 Meanwhile, Egypt continues to host talks aimed at reaching a ceasefire agreement and facilitating
01:42 negotiations between the parties involved.
01:44 The conflict has drawn international attention and condemnation, with calls from both sides
01:49 to exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution.
01:54 The situation till today remains volatile, with ongoing airstrike and ground operations
01:58 exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and now the Israeli troops are standing near
02:04 the Rafah border.
02:05 So what could happen next no one knows, but as of now, the situation seems to be escalating
02:10 more and more with no point of return in sight.
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