Israeli military says it has taken control of Gaza side of Rafah Crossing
- Country:
- Israel
The Israeli military said on Tuesday it had taken operational control of the Palestinian side of Gaza's southern Rafah Crossing, which borders Egypt, and that special forces were scanning the area.
It said forces had been operating since last night in a specific area of eastern Rafah, from which it said most people and some international organizations had evacuated.
In an early morning press briefing, it also said Kerem Shalom crossing was closed on Tuesday for security reasons and will reopen once the security situation allows.
(This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Advertisement
ALSO READ
Hamas Delegation in Cairo Discuss Cease-fire with Egyptian Mediators; Israeli Officials Cautious
Israel downplays chances of end to war with Hamas, but Egypt media reports progress in truce talks
Hamas Accepts Egypt-Qatari Ceasefire Proposal
Hamas accepts Egypt, Qatar's ceasefire proposal, Al Jazeera reports
Israeli military encourages residents of eastern Rafah to advance toward 'expanded humanitarian area’