Hamas tunnels into Egypt make it essential for Israel to control the corridor, Israel says, but Egypt says there are no such tunnels.
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Israel Pushes Into Rafah as Displaced Palestinians Search for Safety
The Israeli military said it had deployed additional combat troops to the southern Gaza Strip, even as a growing chorus of voices demand an end to the fighting.
Spain, Norway and Ireland Formally Recognize Palestinian Statehood
The moves are a rebuke to Israel, who is the face of mounting international anger over the country’s military offensive in Gaza.
World Leaders Denounce Deadly Strike in Rafah
They called for an investigation into the attack, which Gazan authorities say killed 45 people, and intensified the pressure for Israel to end its military campaign in southern Gaza.
War-Weary Iraqis Feel for Gaza, but Fear Spread of the Conflict
Iraqis want to help Palestinians but say they are still recovering from their own wars and fear playing host to a proxy fight between Iran and the United States.
Facing Global Outrage, Netanyahu Calls Civilian Deaths in Rafah Strike ‘Tragic Accident’
The strike on Sunday, which Israeli officials said targeted two Hamas leaders taking cover near a civilian encampment, ignited a fire that killed 45 people, according to the Gazan authorities.
Aid Deliveries From Egypt Into Gaza Resume
Under a U.S.-brokered agreement, Egypt allowed trucks to pass through the Israeli-controlled Kerem Shalom.
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.
Top U.N. Court Decision Adds to Israel’s Growing Isolation
An order to stop the Rafah offensive was the latest action against Israel, all of which create “a tremendous sense of pressure,” a former consul general said.
Top U.N. Court Decision Adds to Israel’s Growing Isolation
An order to stop the Rafah offensive was the latest action against Israel, all of which create “a tremendous sense of pressure,” a former consul general said.