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Israel's Control of Rafah Crossing in Gaza: What You Need to Know!

Ceasefire - Egypt - Gaza - Hamas - Israel - Joe Biden - Rafah crossing - UN

Discover how Israel's takeover of the Rafah crossing is impacting Gaza's lifeline. Is this the end of vital aid for Palestinians? Find out now!

The recent developments in Gaza have stirred controversy as Israel has assumed control of the Rafah crossing, effectively cutting off the region from surrounding areas. The Israeli military's ground operation in Rafah has raised concerns about the implications for Palestinian civilians and the flow of aid into Gaza. Amid ongoing truce talks, the situation remains tense, with Israel claiming operational control of the border crossing between Gaza and Egypt. The move has sparked debates over the necessity of such actions and the potential consequences for the already vulnerable population in Gaza.

As cease-fire negotiations continue, the Israeli forces' assertive control over the Rafah crossing has intensified the conflict dynamics. The decision to seize the crucial border crossing has not only raised tensions but also highlighted the complex geopolitical landscape in the region. With the uncertainty surrounding the ceasefire terms and the increasing militarization, the situation in Gaza remains precarious. The impact of Israel's actions on the humanitarian situation in Gaza is a major point of concern for international observers and humanitarian organizations.

In the midst of the escalating tensions, the UN chief has warned against a full-scale invasion of Rafah by Israeli forces, emphasizing the potential catastrophic consequences. The humanitarian implications of such a move could have far-reaching effects on the civilian population in Gaza. As the Rafah crossing stands as a vital aid route into the Palestinian enclave, its seizure by Israeli forces has raised alarms about the access to essential resources for the people in Gaza. The international community closely watches the developments in the region, hoping for a peaceful resolution and the prioritization of humanitarian needs amidst the conflict.

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Israel takes control of Rafah crossing, Gaza's lifeline: What's going on? (Aljazeera.com)

The Israeli military is moving ahead with a ground operation in Rafah and has effectively sealed Gaza off from the rest of the region. PALESTINIAN-ISRAEL- ...

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Gaza: Israel takes Rafah crossing as truce talks continue (BBC News)

The Israeli military says its troops have taken "operational control" of the Palestinian side of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt.

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Israel says it has taken control of Gaza side of Rafah Crossing amid ... (Reuters India)

The Israeli military said on Tuesday it had taken operational control of the Palestinian side of Gaza's southern Rafah Crossing, which borders Egypt and has ...

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Israeli forces take control of Gaza side of Rafah border as cease-fire ... (The Associated Press)

The move comes after hours of whiplash in the Israel-Hamas war, with the militant group saying it accepted an Egyptian-Qatari mediated cease-fire proposal.

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Israeli forces take control of the Gaza side of the Rafah crossing with ... (NPR)

An Israeli tank brigade seized control Tuesday of the Gaza Strip side of the Rafah border crossing with Egypt, authorities said, as cease-fire negotiations ...

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Why has Israel moved into Rafah and what is status of its ceasefire ... (The Guardian)

IDF sent tanks into city in southern Gaza on Tuesday as it said terms of ceasefire deal were undecided.

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Israel tank unit takes control of Gaza side of Rafah border crossing ... (CBS News)

Israeli forces take "operational control" of the Gaza side of the vital Rafah border crossing as Netanyahu dismisses the latest cease-fire proposal.

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Israel's war on Gaza live: Full Rafah invasion a 'humanitarian ... (Aljazeera.com)

A full-scale invasion of Rafah by Israeli forces would be โ€œa strategic mistake, a political calamity, and a humanitarian nightmareโ€, the UN chief warns.

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Israeli forces seize Rafah border crossing, choking off vital aid (Reuters)

Israeli forces seized the main border crossing between Egypt and southern Gaza on Tuesday, shutting down a vital aid route into the Palestinian enclave that ...

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UN, aid urgencies urge Israel to halt Rafah assault after crossing ... (Aljazeera.com)

UN and aid agencies urge Israel to halt Rafah incursion, warning Gaza is on brink of famine and needs humanitarian aid.

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US plays down Rafah assault, says it will push for Gaza ceasefire deal (Aljazeera.com)

Biden administration says Israel has 'legitimate goal' in seizing Rafah crossing but calls for reopening the border.

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Israel launches Rafah offensive it says is start of mission to ... (The Guardian)

Defence minister says operation will continue until militant group is defeated or begins to free hostages.

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EU's top diplomat condemns assault on Rafah as Israel halts aid ... (POLITICO.eu)

The will to continue the war will produce another great humanitarian crisis, bigger than it is already.โ€

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Joe Biden's 'red line' is an invasion of Rafah. So what happens if ... (The Guardian)

It's a moment of truth for Biden's policy on Israel and the Palestinians โ€“ and at the least will make continued prevarication harder to disguise.

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