Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas calls on the United States to prevent Israel from attacking the border city of Rafah in Gaza, expressing concern that the assault could force much of the Palestinian population to flee the enclave.
Key Points
Mahmoud Abbas urges the United States to intervene and stop Israel from attacking Rafah in Gaza
Israel has threatened to launch an all-out assault on the city, targeting Hamas' remaining battalions
Concerns about potential displacement of Palestinians and catastrophic consequences