Israel's Netanyahu says Rafah operation 'will take some time'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated his intention to approve a plan for the evacuation of Palestinian civilians from conflict zones, following his approval of the military's operational plans for Rafah.
- Middle East
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 06:08 | 20 March 2024
- Modified Date: 06:08 | 20 March 2024
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that preparations were underway for the invasion of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip but that such an action "will take some time".
In the statement, Netanyahu said that he will soon approve a plan for the evacuation of Palestinian civilians from fighting areas after having green-lit the military's operational plans for Rafah.
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