World Condemnation Slows, but Does Not Stall, Israel’s Assault on Rafah May 25, 2024May 25, 2024Steven Erlanger, Isabel Kershner and Natan OdenheimerComments Off on Condemnation Slows, but Does Not Stall, Israel’s Assault on Rafah Despite fierce criticism, Israel insists it must take control of Rafah and the border with Egypt to prevent future arms smuggling.