Israel-Egypt Deal Ends Gaza Border Riots and Reopens Crossings
Hamas has reportedly informed Egypt that it will work to end the riots on the Israel-Gaza border, leading to a deal that saw Israel reopen a key crossing into the Strip. Tensions have been high in the past two weeks as Palestinian youths held daily demonstrations involving violent rioting, explosives, and incendiary balloons. Israel responded with live fire and shelling of Hamas posts. The reopening of the crossing is part of Israel's effort to avoid collective punishment and harm to those who work in Israel. The calm may lead to an increase in the number of Palestinian laborers allowed to work in Israel.