Egypt has taken steps to prevent the deteriorating situation in Gaza from escalating further and to contain any potential breakdown of ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas. Cairo has raised the alert level of its army near the border with Gaza in preparation for a possible Israeli attack, while the Egyptian Foreign Ministry has urged Israel to show restraint and avoid exacerbating the conflict.
Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire proposal, and a delegation is set to travel to Cairo for negotiations. However, Israeli intentions remain unclear, and there are concerns about a possible ground offensive in Rafah. The situation has become increasingly tense, with Hamas accusing Netanyahu of sabotaging the negotiation process and Israel carrying out attacks. Tensions have risen, leading to fears of mass displacement in Gaza.
Amidst this diplomatic activity, including high-level discussions between the US and Israel, there were concerns about an Israeli ground offensive in Rafah. Despite these challenges, Egyptian authorities are working hard to keep the Rafah border crossing open for people movement, which remains a critical point for humanitarian aid. The situation remains fluid as efforts continue to prevent further escalation and reach a ceasefire agreement.
