What recent Israeli military action caused global concern in May 2025?

What recent Israeli military action caused global concern in May 2025?

In May 2025, Israel launched a major military operation in Rafah, the last stronghold of Hamas in southern Gaza. The offensive, which included airstrikes and ground incursions, comes after months of ongoing conflict and failed ceasefire talks.
Israel claims Rafah is a crucial hub for Hamas leadership and weapons smuggling. Palestinian sources, however, report heavy civilian casualties, sparking widespread international condemnation.
The UN, EU, and Arab League have called for an immediate halt, warning of a humanitarian catastrophe. According to The Guardian and Al Jazeera, over 16 people were killed in a single day of strikes — many of them women and children.

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