Dozens reported dead in Rafah strikes as Israel rescues two hostages

Dozens reported dead in Rafah strikes as Israel rescues two hostages

Israel’s military said it rescued two hostages from the southern Gazan city of Rafah early Monday while carrying out a wave of strikes, which Gaza’s Health Ministry said killed at least 67 people. As Gazans reported violent bombardment from all directions in Rafah, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would use “continued military pressure” to return the remaining hostages.

President Biden, at the White House alongside Jordan’s King Abdullah II on Monday, said “the major military operation in Rafah should not proceed without a credible plan to ensure the safety and support of more than 1 million people sheltering there.”

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