Ibrahim al-Organi has close connections with the Egyptian government, diplomats say, and he has multiple business interests in Gaza.
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When the Only Escape From War in Gaza Is to Buy a Way Out
For many Palestinians, securing approval to exit the territory is possible only after raising thousands of dollars to pay middlemen or an Egyptian company.
Is Hamas Bound by International Law? What to Know.
The armed Islamist group committed war crimes on Oct. 7, experts say, and continues to do so by holding hostages.
Anarchy Hinders Gaza Aid Efforts, Despite Daily Combat Pause
Thousands of tons of aid stockpiled in southern Gaza cannot be distributed because the roads are too dangerous, relief groups say.
U.S. Pier for Gaza Aid Is Failing, and Could Be Dismantled Early
Officials hope a looming deadline will pressure Israel to open more land routes into the territory, which is facing extreme levels of hunger.
Israel’s Daily Combat Pause in Part of Gaza: How Is It Working?
The new practice is supposed to make it easier and safer to distribute desperately needed aid around Gaza. Aid groups are hopeful, but say more is needed.
Biden Adviser Visits Israel as Military Warns of ‘Wider Escalation’ With Hezbollah
The adviser, Amos Hochstein, met with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid Hezbollah’s use of larger and more sophisticated weapons beyond the Israel-Lebanon border.
As War Drags On, Gazans More Willing to Speak Out Against Hamas
Ordinary Gazans are bearing the brunt of the 8-month Israeli military onslaught on the territory and many blame the Palestinian armed faction for starting the war.
Escalating Violence Across Israel-Lebanon Border Rages for 2nd Straight Day
An intensifying conflict in Israel’s north has raised fears of a full-fledged war.
U.S. Strikes Targets in Yemen as Houthis Step Up Attacks on Red Sea Ships
The strikes came as the Houthis intensified their campaign in the Red Sea, firing missiles toward two ships on Thursday after crippling a vessel the previous day, maritime security monitors said.