THE Israeli military has said that its troops in central Rafah have uncovered Hamas rocket launchers and tunnels as its ground offensive continues.
Palestinians flee from Rafah during an Israeli ground and air offensive as at least 36,000 people have been killed
Israeli forces are operating in central parts of Rafah as part of an expanding military operation in the southernmost city in Gaza. This week, it also moved into the city’s western district of Tel al-Sultan, where heavy clashes with Hamas fighters have been reported by witnesses.Friday’s statement did not specify where in central Rafah the operations were taking place, but previous statements and witness reports have pointed to raids in the Shaboura refugee camp and other sites near the city centre.
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