ISRAELI FORCES ADVANCE IN RAFAH, PROMPTING MASS PALESTINIAN EXODUS
Why in the news?
Israeli forces deepen presence in Rafah, Gaza, prompting mass Palestinian exodus. Egypt backs South Africa’s ICJ case alleging Israeli genocide.
source:bb
About Rafah Crossing :
- Located at the southernmost point of the Gaza Strip, bordering Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula.
- Controlled by Egypt, it is the sole exit point not leading to Israeli territory.
- Other Gaza border crossings include Erez in the north for people and Kerem Shalom in the south for commercial goods, both currently closed and under Israeli control.
About Egypt Sinai Peninsula:
Associated Article: https://universalinstitutions.com/only-u-s-can-halt-israels-attack-on-rafah-says-abbas/ |