Against the backdrop of continued international pressure, Israel has now announced the involvement of humanitarian islands. According to the Israeli government, displaced individuals will be sent to such islands ahead of the offensive.
The Lowdown
Israel ‘s military has announced that Israel plans to send displaced Gazans and their families to humanitarian islands. The move is part of demands from the international community for Israel to do more to protect civilian life in the war torn strip. ABC reports that the islands intend to offer basic necessities including access to food and water and a place to sleep.