Palestinians Head South As Israeli Operation Intensifies

GAZA – Dozens of Palestinians were seen walking the streets of Gaza City, on Wednesday, headed south seeking refuge from Israeli air strikes and fierce ground fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants.

Thousands more were reported to have left in the four-hour window of opportunity announced by Israel, which has told residents to evacuate the area or risk being trapped in the violence.

Palestinian officials said 10,569 people have now been killed. The U.N. Health Agency spokesperson says 40% of them children.