The military issued fresh calls to evacuate parts of Gaza’s north, as Israel has pressed its renewed bombardment and ground operations in the Palestinian territory, according to AFP.

Israeli military spokesman Avichay Adraee issued “an early warning before a strike” in the northern area of Jabalia.

“Terrorist organisations are once again returning to and firing rockets from populated areas… For your safety, head south toward the known shelters immediately,” Adraee said on X, after issuing similar warnings for the northern towns of Beit Lahia and Beit Hanoun.

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