Border crossing to stay closed, Israel says, as US alleges Hamas ceasefire violation
Summary
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt remains closed, with Israel linking its reopening to Hamas handing over bodies of deceased hostages amid ongoing ceasefire violations and humanitarian concerns.
Key Points
- The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice as per Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- The US State Department accused Hamas of planning imminent ceasefire violations against Gaza civilians.
- Hamas criticized Israel's decision to keep the crossing closed, citing it hampers recovery of hostage bodies under rubble.
- Under a US-brokered deal, Israel has received 12 out of 28 bodies, with Hamas having released all 20 living Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian detainees.
