Israel orders evacuation of Gaza’s second-largest city as operations expand

Avichay Adraee, a military spokesperson, posted the order on his social medial accounts, saying the entire area “will be considered a dangerous combat zone”

The Israeli military issued a stark warning to anyone in Khan Younis and its surrounding towns. Picture: AP

Mon, 19 May, 2025 - 10:56

AP Reporters

The Israeli military has issued an evacuation order for residents of Gaza’s second-largest city, Khan Younis, and nearby towns.

Avichay Adraee, a military spokesperson, posted the order on his social medial accounts, saying the entire area “will be considered a dangerous combat zone”.