Israel Claims Control of Gaza-Egypt Border Amid Rising Tensions

Israel's military has taken control of the Philadelphi Corridor, a strategic buffer zone between Gaza and Egypt, intensifying its assault on Rafah and aiming to cut off Hamas's smuggling routes. This move is part of Israel's broader campaign against Hamas, which could extend until the end of the year. Egypt disputes Israel's claims of discovering Hamas tunnels in the corridor. Negotiations for a cease-fire and the return of hostages remain stalled.