UN Secretary-General calls Israeli plan to take control of Gaza City a 'dangerous escalation'

United Nations Secretary-General says Israel's plan will forcibly displace Palestinians

The sun sets behind buildings that were destroyed during the Israeli ground and air operations stand in the Gaza Strip as seen from southern Israel. Picture: Leo Correa/AP

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday criticized Israel's plan to take control of Gaza City, with the UN chief's spokesperson saying the decision marked "a dangerous escalation" that will result in forced displacement of Palestinians.

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