First Thing: Families flee past tanks as Israel begins to storm Gaza City
Civilians given four-hour window to leave encircled capital but fears many are still trapped. Plus, Salman Rushdie on peace, Barbie and what freedom cost him
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Waving white flags and holding their hands above their heads, Palestinian families fled past tanks waiting to storm Gaza City in the next stage of the war that the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has said will give Israel indefinite" control over the besieged territory.
What have the Israeli military said about the latest developments? Jonathan Conricus, the acting spokesperson for the Israeli military, has called the Hamas leadership inside and outside Gaza dead men walking" in an interview with Sky News in Australia.
What's happening in Israel and Palestine? Here is a complete guide to the crisis.
What else happened with the elections across the country yesterday? Voters across the US went to the polls on Tuesday for an array of key races that may set the tone for the general election next year. The night produced some historic wins and some surprise outcomes. Here is a roundup of the notable races called so far.
What happened in Virginia? Democrats have secured full control of the Virginia state legislature, winning a majority in the house of delegates and depriving the Republican governor, Glenn Youngkin, of the opportunity to enact a 15-week abortion ban.
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