**Israel Gives Gaza Residents ‘Last Opportunity to Escape’**
*By Chanshimla Varah | Oct 02, 2025, 11:09 AM*
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The Israeli military has issued a final warning to residents of Gaza City to evacuate and move south, as it encircles the city and intensifies its offensive.
“This is the last opportunity for Gaza residents who wish to do so to move south and leave Hamas operatives isolated in Gaza City,” said Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz. He added that those who remain will “be considered terrorists and terrorist supporters.”
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### Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Concerns
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) announced it has suspended operations in Gaza City due to the intensified Israeli attacks. Meanwhile, Gaza’s civil defense agency has reported at least 46 deaths, including 36 in Gaza City alone.
International humanitarian law experts have noted that evacuation orders may amount to forced displacement. However, individuals remaining in evacuated areas retain their protected status under international law.
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### Ceasefire Negotiations: Hamas Weighs Amendments
Hamas is reportedly considering modifications to Donald Trump’s ceasefire ultimatum. A Palestinian source close to the group told AFP that Hamas may seek changes related to disarmament clauses and demands regarding expulsion from Gaza.
Additionally, Hamas wants international guarantees for Israel’s full withdrawal and assurances against assassination attempts on its leadership.
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### Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Under Scrutiny
Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan calls for Hamas to disarm and release hostages within 72 hours of a ceasefire. In exchange, Israel would release Palestinian prisoners and gradually withdraw its troops.
Trump warned that Hamas would “pay in hell” if it rejects the plan. However, critics argue that the plan lacks a pathway toward establishing a Palestinian state.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has also stated that the Israeli military would remain in most of Gaza, contradicting the withdrawal terms of Trump’s plan.
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### Next Steps: Doha to Host Ceasefire Discussions
Pressure on Hamas continues as numerous international countries endorse Trump’s plan. Past ceasefire proposals have been deliberated by Hamas leadership in Doha.
Similarly, the latest plan will be debated in Doha soon, with Egyptian and Qatari mediators joined by Turkey’s intelligence head to discuss the path forward.
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*Stay tuned for further updates on the evolving situation in Gaza.*
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