Middle East conflict live updates: IDF urges civilians to evacuate parts of Rafah; cease-fire talks at impasse
Israel Defense Forces are calling for civilians in parts of Rafah to “evacuate immediately” to a humanitarian zone, saying they will operate with “extreme force” in those areas. Israel’s determination to invade Rafah remains a sticking point in cease-fire negotiations that appear to be at an impasse, with a Hamas delegation leaving the ongoing negotiations in Cairo to consult its leadership in Qatar.