Despite the withdrawal of troops from the south of the Gaza Strip, Israel appears to be on the brink of launching an assault on the town of Rafah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that a date has been set for this offensive, which they believe is necessary to eliminate Hamas strongholds in the area.
The decision to launch an attack on Rafah has sparked international concern, with foreign leaders urging Israel to consider the humanitarian consequences of such an operation. Several warnings have been issued against a large-scale ground offensive in Rafah, citing potential harm to the civilian population and the overall security in the region.
Efforts to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are underway, with talks held in Cairo involving mediators from Egypt, the United States, and Qatar. The proposal for a truce is being considered by Hamas, but pressure is mounting on Netanyahu from his coalition allies to take a decisive stance against the Palestinian Islamist movement.
The prospect of a ceasefire poses a dilemma for Netanyahu, who faces opposition from within his government for making concessions in the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Despite
