Israel said on Monday it would reopen the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt, but only for pedestrians. The reopening will occur once Israeli forces recover the remains of the last captive, Ran Gvili. The crossing has been closed since October 2023, limiting Gaza’s access to essential aid and supplies. The move is part of […]
Israel-Hamas truce
Israel insists on disarming Hamas amid peace plan debate
Israel reaffirmed on Thursday that Hamas “will be disarmed” under the ongoing US-sponsored Gaza peace plan, even as the Palestinian group signaled willingness to consider a temporary weapons freeze. The ceasefire, active since October 10, has reduced large-scale violence; however, both sides continue to accuse each other of violating its terms, which adds further pressure […]
Gaza truce hinges on full Israeli withdrawal, says Qatar PM
Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani said the Gaza ceasefire is incomplete until Israeli troops fully withdraw. The truce, effective since October 10, has mostly halted fighting between Israel and Hamas. Qatar, the U.S., and Egypt helped mediate the agreement. Under the second phase, Israel is to leave Gaza, an interim authority […]