The Al-Mawasi Humanitarian Zone in Gaza

This article was originally titled "IDF Calls Residents of Gaza to Evacuate to Humanitarian Area in Al-Mawasi, Where International Humanitarian Aid Will Be Provided"

The IDF calls on the residents of Gaza to evacuate to the humanitarian area in al-Mawasi, in which international humanitarian aid will be provided as needed

The IDF continues to call on the residents of the northern Gaza Strip and Gaza City to evacuate towards the area of Al-Mawasi, south of Wadi Gaza. The IDF recommends evacuating to the open areas in western Khan Yunis, in the area of Al-Mawasi.

Attached is a map of the humanitarian area: https://IDFANC.activetrail.biz/ANC18102023098765434567890

Attached below are syncs that were sent out to the Palestinian public and the international community by COGAT:

Col. Elad Goren, Head of the Civil Department of the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT): https://bit.ly/3QmMwyY

Col. Moshe Tetro, Head of COGAT’s Coordination and Liaison Administration (CLA) to Gaza: https://bit.ly/3rMgOld

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where does the IDF tell Gaza residents to evacuate?
A: Residents are directed to evacuate to the Al-Mawasi humanitarian area in southern Gaza.

Q: Where is the Al-Mawasi area located?
A: Al-Mawasi is located south of Wadi Gaza, in the western part of the Khan Yunis area.

Q: Why are civilians being directed to Al-Mawasi?
A: The IDF states the area is designated for humanitarian assistance and civilian safety during ongoing operations.

Q: What role does COGAT play in this process?
A: COGAT coordinates civilian and humanitarian affairs, including communication with the Palestinian public and international community.

Q: Is humanitarian aid available in Al-Mawasi?
A: Yes. International humanitarian aid will be provided in the area as needed.