Amnesty urges action after Katz threatens Gaza expulsions
By The BriefBrief
Amnesty International said Israeli statements likening Gaza kite and balloon launches to military drones strip children of “moments of joy.” It cited a Channel 13 report that Defense Minister Israel Katz told senior commanders the ultimatum over launches from Gaza toward Negev communities had expired and that every such launch would be met with a severe response.
WHO:Amnesty International; Israel Katz
WHAT:Amnesty urged action after Israel Katz said kite and balloon launches from Gaza toward southern communities would face a severe response and that the prior ultimatum had expired.
WHEN:Aug 27, 2026
WHERE:Israel (Negev communities)
WHY:Katz’s remarks followed kite and balloon launches from the Gaza Strip toward Negev communities in southern Israel.
