Middle East conflict live updates: Israel plans to direct Rafah civilians to 'humanitarian' zones
Israel plans ground offensive in Gaza, raising concerns from President Biden and complaints from Lebanon to U.N.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read

Israel’s military plans to relocate a significant number of people in Rafah, Gaza, in preparation for a planned ground offensive. President Biden has raised concerns about this move. Lebanon has filed a complaint with the U.N. Security Council against Israel for recent strikes deep into Lebanese territory. An Israeli airstrike on a food aid distribution center in Gaza resulted in casualties including a high-ranking Hamas member. The death toll from the conflict in Gaza continues to rise, with thousands killed and injured.