From leaflets distributed in Gaza by the Israel Defense Forces between October 13 and November 16, 2023. As of this writing, the United Nations estimates that more than 60 percent of housing in Gaza has been damaged or destroyed by Israeli bombardment. Translated from the Arabic by Alexander Dziadosz.

To the residents of Gaza, terrorist organizations have declared war against the State of Israel.

To the residents of the eastern districts of the Khan Yunis governorate in al-Qarara, Khuza’a, Bani Suheila, and Abasan, the actions of Hamas and other terrorist organizations compel the Israel Defense Forces to take action against them in your area of residence.

If you want a better future for yourselves and your children, do the right thing and send us reliable, useful information concerning the hostages.

Gaza City has become a battleground.

Public and well-known shelters in Gaza City must be evacuated.

The city of Khan Yunis is a dangerous combat zone.

For your safety, you must head to well-known shelters.

The Israel Defense Forces will promise you that they will make every effort to preserve the safety and security of your homes.

You must evacuate your homes immediately.

You must not return to your homes until further notice from the Israel Defense Forces.

Any home used by terrorist organizations will be targeted.

It is forbidden to approach the security barrier. Anyone who approaches puts his life at risk.

Anyone present near the terrorists or their facilities puts his life at risk.

He who gives you warning is excused.