All articles tagged with #rafah
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Ynetnews
Hamas leaders in Qatar mourned Abdallah Hamad, a Hamas operative killed by the IDF in Rafah, amid reports of recent Israeli strikes on Hamas tunnels and leadership, highlighting ongoing conflict and Hamas' unity demonstration.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Israeli soldiers engaged with terrorists emerging from tunnels in southern Gaza, killing three of four identified terrorists, amid ongoing efforts to dismantle terror tunnels in Rafah. The IDF also targeted additional terror sites, and Israel reached a deal with the US to deport 200 terrorists hiding in tunnels below Rafah, though no country has agreed to accept them yet. The situation remains developing.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ynetnews
Israel and Jared Kushner reached a deal to allow approximately 200 Hamas operatives trapped in Rafah tunnels to be evacuated unharmed, but no country has agreed to receive them, and international pressure complicates the situation amid ongoing tensions and negotiations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Hamas has declared that terrorists in Rafah will not surrender to Israel, complicating efforts to maintain a ceasefire and disarm Hamas forces, with mediation proposals involving safe passage and disarmament in exchange for surrender. The situation remains tense, with ongoing violence and negotiations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Al Arabiya English
Hamas fighters in Rafah refuse to surrender to Israel amid ongoing mediation efforts, with Egypt proposing a deal for safe passage in exchange for disarmament and tunnel disclosures. The situation threatens the ceasefire, with continued violence and casualties on both sides, including the transfer of bodies and ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ynetnews
The IDF chief announced that terrorists in Rafah will either surrender or be eliminated, with ongoing efforts to destroy tunnels and secure hostages, amid proposals for a demilitarized Gaza city and negotiations involving Hamas and Egypt. Tensions remain high over military strategies and ceasefire conditions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Egyptian mediators proposed that Hamas fighters holed up in Rafah surrender their weapons and reveal tunnel locations in exchange for safe passage, as part of efforts to maintain the Gaza ceasefire. Israel and Hamas have yet to accept the proposal, which aims to prevent further attacks and safeguard the truce, amid ongoing negotiations and tensions in the region.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Israeli warplanes conducted airstrikes on Rafah in southern Gaza following clashes between Hamas gunmen and a militia reportedly supported by Israel, with no immediate casualties reported. Hamas accused Israel of violating the ceasefire, while Israel maintained control of the area amid ongoing tensions.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Middle East Eye
Hamas negotiators are skeptical about reaching a Gaza ceasefire with Israel due to disagreements over Israeli troop withdrawals, aid distribution, and conditions for a long-term truce, with Israel's plans for a 'humanitarian city' and demands for disarmament complicating negotiations.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Haaretz
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced plans to establish a 'humanitarian city' on the ruins of Rafah, intended to house the entire Gaza population, sparking international criticism and accusations of genocidal intent and parallels to concentration camps.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Over 7,000 pro-Palestinian activists from North African countries have launched a 300-vehicle convoy from Tunisia aiming to reach the Rafah crossing to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, as part of a larger global march planned for June 15 to negotiate opening a humanitarian corridor. The convoy and march seek to facilitate aid delivery and are highly publicized among pro-Palestine groups worldwide.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
At least 31 people were killed and over 200 injured near an aid site in Rafah, Gaza, after Israeli forces opened fire, though the Israel Defense Forces deny casualties from their gunfire, and the situation remains under investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Israeli shelling of tent camps for displaced Palestinians near Rafah in Gaza killed at least 25 people and wounded 50, according to Gaza health officials. The attack, which also struck near a Red Cross field hospital, has drawn international condemnation and added to the growing criticism of Israel's military actions in Gaza. The Israeli military claims the incident is under review and denies targeting within a designated safe zone. The conflict, now in its ninth month, has resulted in significant civilian casualties and dire humanitarian conditions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
Israeli forces intensified their assault on Rafah in southern Gaza, killing at least 32 Palestinians amid fierce fighting with Hamas militants. The bombardment has led to significant displacement and destruction, with Israeli military claiming to target militant tunnels and weapon depots. The conflict, ongoing for over eight months, has resulted in a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by UN News
The UNRWA reports dire conditions in Gaza as over a million people flee Rafah due to ongoing Israeli bombardment. Thousands are sheltering in damaged facilities in Khan Younis, with severe shortages of basic necessities. The situation is exacerbated by limited access to healthcare, especially for pregnant women. Calls for an immediate ceasefire and international recognition of the State of Palestine are intensifying, with the UN and other agencies highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian aid and an end to hostilities.