New satellite images have captured the construction of a massive tent city in the southern Gaza town of Khan Younis, signaling a potential Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) offensive. The images, taken over a three-day period, show a significant increase in the number of tents, coinciding with repeated Israeli threats of a ground operation in Rafah. The tent city is located near the Khan Younis refugee camp, which was heavily damaged during previous Israeli military actions. It is believed that the tents are intended to house over one million Palestinian refugees in case of an evacuation. The Israeli government has long threatened to launch a ground offensive into Rafah, which is controlled by Hamas, in order to free hostages held by the group. However, a recent New York Times report highlighted the challenges facing the IDF in breaching Hamas’ extensive network of underground tunnels, which are critical for launching attacks against Israel. The report suggests that the IDF may struggle to effectively counter Hamas’ tunnel warfare tactics, underscoring the ongoing complexities and challenges of the conflict.
Israel Ramps Up Tent City Construction in Gaza, Signaling Potential Ground Offensive
