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Originally Published 4 months ago — by Middle East Eye
Hamas fighters launched a surprise attack in Khan Younis, Gaza, emerging from a known tunnel and engaging Israeli forces in a brief but intense firefight, which Israel described as a security failure. The attack occurred amid ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza, with significant casualties reported on both sides and Israel preparing for a large-scale assault on Gaza City.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Ynetnews
An IDF investigation revealed that a terrorist climbed onto an armored personnel carrier in Khan Younis and threw an explosive inside, killing seven soldiers. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in ground security and operational safety, amid ongoing Gaza operations and debates over expanding military actions and aid distribution. The IDF is reviewing security measures, surveillance systems, and operational procedures in light of the attack.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
Footage shows the extensive destruction in Khan Younis, Gaza, following the withdrawal of Israeli ground troops, with thousands of Palestinians returning to find their homes devastated after months of Israeli bombardment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Palestinians return to Khan Younis to find their city in ruins after Israeli forces withdraw following a four-month battle with Hamas, leaving more than 80% of buildings destroyed and the rest mostly uninhabitable. Residents salvage belongings from their homes, but many find their properties devastated, with some fearing looting. The city's main hospital stands empty, with one mother searching for her son's body, fearing it may have been exhumed by Israeli troops.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Residents of Khan Younis in Gaza are returning to find their former neighborhoods in ruins after Israel's military offensive and withdrawal. Video footage shows devastated buildings, rubble-strewn roads, and returning residents salvaging what they can. Many buildings, including homes, offices, and mosques, have been significantly damaged or entirely flattened. The European Hospital in Gaza reported the recovery of 46 bodies, most found dead under demolished buildings. The returning residents express despair and loss, with one young Palestinian lamenting the destruction of his childhood and the absence of life in the aftermath.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
After Israel withdrew its forces from Khan Younis, Gaza, civilians returned to find the city devastated beyond recognition, with thousands of buildings destroyed and over 33,000 people killed. The humanitarian crisis has left residents struggling to survive, with many displaced and living in fear. The city's rich cultural history has been marred by the conflict, and the scale of destruction has made navigation difficult for returning residents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
Palestinians return to Khan Younis in southern Gaza after Israeli troops withdraw, finding their city unrecognizable with thousands of buildings destroyed or damaged. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu escalates plans to invade Rafah, while international efforts to broker a cease-fire deal with Hamas are ongoing. The war, now in its seventh month, has left vast swaths of the territory unlivable for its 2.3 million people, with an estimated 55% of buildings in Khan Younis destroyed or damaged. Many Palestinians have no homes to return to, and the city is likely filled with dangerous unexploded ordnance left by the fighting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
Displaced Palestinians are returning to Khan Younis after Israel's announcement of reducing soldiers in southern Gaza, only to find their homes destroyed and in ruins, with some unable to locate their houses amidst the enormous destruction caused by months of bombardment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Palestinians return to Khan Younis in southern Gaza after Israeli troops withdraw, only to find their city unrecognizable, with thousands of buildings destroyed or damaged. The war, now in its seventh month, has left vast swaths of the territory unlivable for its 2.3 million people. With the city now unlivable, many have little immediate chance to return, and the fate of those sheltering in Rafah, Hamas' last major stronghold, remains uncertain as Israel plans a potential invasion. Israel's military aims to destroy Hamas' military and governing capabilities and return the remaining hostages, with negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release underway.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Palestinians in Khan Younis return to find their homes devastated and the city in ruins after Israeli troops announced their withdrawal from southern Gaza. The area, once home to nearly 400,000 people, has been heavily bombarded and left in ruins, with residents facing the grim task of sifting through rubble and searching for their belongings amidst the pervasive smell of death. Many are left with severely damaged or destroyed homes, forcing them to contemplate their next steps in the aftermath of the conflict.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
The Israeli military has withdrawn its ground forces from Khan Younis in southern Gaza after months of fighting, with the 98th division concluding its mission and leaving the Gaza Strip to prepare for future operations. While a significant force remains in the area, it's unclear how many troops have withdrawn. The withdrawal's implications for Israel's plans in Rafah, the southernmost part of Gaza, remain uncertain. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant stated that the troops are leaving Gaza to prepare for follow-up missions, including in the Rafah region. The move comes amid pressure from the US to address the crisis and allow in aid, following a campaign against Hamas that has left Khan Younis devastated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Israeli commandos from the Egoz unit engaged in intense battles with Hamas fighters in Khan Younis, Gaza, with drone footage capturing the moment a commando fired a missile from a shoulder-mounted launcher, killing a Hamas gunman. The soldier successfully neutralized the threat without harming nearby civilians, and the commando unit later secured and transported the civilians to safety. The ongoing conflict in the Hamad neighborhood has resulted in the destruction of residential areas and the IDF's seizure of weapons and explosives from Hamas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by VINNews
The IDF's 98th brigade launched a swift offensive in the Hamed neighborhood in Western Khan Younis, capturing 1200 terrorists, including 85 involved in the Oct. 7th attacks, and killing over 40 others. Civilians evacuated the area as the IDF continues to search for terrorists and tunnels, with captured individuals providing valuable information. The brigade has also destroyed 20 km of strategic tunnels and believes the "moment of truth" is nearing for senior Hamas members as they systematically root out the tunnels under Gaza.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by UPI News
The Israeli military has intensified its battle against Hamas militants in the southern Gaza Strip, particularly around Khan Younis, conducting clearing operations and targeting a "terrorist compound" in airstrikes while encountering heavy armed resistance. The IDF reported killing seven militants and uncovering a substantial cache of weapons, including explosive devices and grenades, as well as destroying a tunnel and weapons cache found in the house of a senior Hamas military intelligence officer. The intense fighting has caused loss of life and damage to civilian infrastructure, leading to population movements and overcrowding in refugee camps.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by All Israel News
The IDF released footage of Hamas military leader Yahya Sinwar fleeing tunnels under Khan Younis with his family, identified through artificial intelligence image analysis, and revealed the discovery of underground compounds and the capture of relatives of senior Hamas officials. The IDF spokesman stated that they are determined to catch Sinwar alive or dead, and that recent intelligence suggests he has been out of contact with other Hamas leaders for at least two weeks, casting doubt on his involvement in hostage release negotiations.