The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza continues to be a cause of concern, with Israel wary of Hamas fighters and operatives slipping back into the region. Additionally, there are worries about civilians providing covert support to Hamas. The Israelis are hesitant to withdraw their forces from a critical 14km strip of land along the Egyptian border known as the Philadelphia corridor, citing strategic reasons and concerns about smuggling tunnels.
Efforts are underway to find a solution to this issue, with talks about a potential Israeli withdrawal or an agreement on managing the situation. The Biden administration is actively involved in securing a deal, with demands from both sides, including the release of hostages held by Hamas. However, Hamas spokesperson Zuhri rejected claims of demands from the United States, accusing Netanyahu of undermining the deal.
As the situation unfolds, tensions remain high, and all parties involved are working towards finding a resolution to the conflict.
Source: Reuters