The ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to escalate as negotiators for a truce between Israel and Hamas meet in Cairo. Delegations from both sides have arrived in Egypt to resume talks on a ceasefire agreement, but tensions remain high.
Israeli tanks and troops seized the border crossing with Egypt, blocking the flow of aid into the enclave. This move has been met with criticism from the United Nations, which warns that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza will worsen as a result.
President Biden has suspended an arms shipment to Israel in an effort to prevent US-made weapons from being used in the assault on Rafah. Activists and family members of hostages have blocked a highway to Tel Aviv, demanding an agreement with Hamas for the release of captives.
The director of a hospital in Rafah reported 27 dead and 150 wounded since the incursion began. The Israeli government claims to have killed around 20 Hamas militants during the operation, but this has been met with skepticism from international observers.
The IDF spokesperson stated that the conflict may last up to a year due to the difficulty of finding a solution to this complex issue. The ongoing threats posed by Hamas continue to be a major concern for Israel, and they remain committed to responding to terrorism wherever it may arise.