Israel Vows Rafah Invasion Amid Gaza Truce Talks, UN Warns Assault

Post by: Raman Preet

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Following a deadly cross-border attack by Hamas on October 7, Israel declared war. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a key objective is to dismantle Hamas's military capabilities, targeting Rafah, identified as Hamas's last major stronghold in Gaza. Despite ongoing talks for a ceasefire, Israel remains committed to launching an assault on Rafah, even amidst negotiations for a truce and the release of Israeli hostages.

The United Nations has cautioned against an Israeli offensive on Rafah, emphasizing that incremental progress in aid access to Gaza should not be interpreted as justification for military action. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appealed to influential states to prevent such an assault.

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United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Israel to discuss measures to enhance aid flow into Gaza. Efforts to secure a ceasefire and hostage release are intensifying.

Netanyahu has criticized the International Criminal Court's scrutiny of Israeli actions, accusing it of hindering Israel's defense against terrorism. He expressed concerns over potential arrest warrants for Israeli officials, branding it as an injustice and distortion of history.

An Israeli delegation visited Cairo for urgent discussions with Egyptian mediators and Hamas representatives regarding a potential hostage release. Reports suggest ongoing negotiations and proposals for a truce, with the US and UK describing Hamas's amendments to Israel's proposal as generous.

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