Russian President Vladimir Putin
The President of Russia, Wladimir Putinwarned of a land invasion this Friday the 13th Israel at Gaza Strip would cause “unacceptable casualties among the Palestinian civilian population.” “Now it is important to stop the bloodshed,” he said, adding that Russia was “ready to work with constructive partners.” As shown on the Jovem Pan News websiteOn Thursday the 12th, the Israeli army issued a warning and ordered residents of the north of the Gaza Strip to move to the south of the region within 24 hours. In a video posted on social media, the army spokesman explained that the evacuation was for the residents’ “own safety” and recommended that people return only if the Israeli government allows it. Israel is expected to launch a ground attack on Gaza. In fact, the Israelis said operations in Gaza will be “significant” in the coming days and urged residents not to approach or attempt to cross the border. Before the new statement from the Israeli army, the U.N. (United Nations) had already anticipated the order for around 1.1 million Palestinians. However, the warning only applies to Gaza City with around 677,000 inhabitants, the army said. The 24 hours will conclude this Friday the 13th at 6 p.m. (Brasília time).
*With information from AFP.