Israel and Hamas Blame Each Other as Rafah Crossing Reopening Remains Uncertain

As tensions escalate, Israel and Hamas blame each other for ceasefire violations, complicating the uncertain reopening of Gazas Rafah crossing for Palestinians.

• Israel announced preparations for the Rafah crossings reopening with Egypt, but no specific date was set amid ongoing hostilities with Hamas.
• A dispute over the return of hostage bodies held by Hamas threatens to undermine the fragile ceasefire and other critical components of the proposed peace plan.
• The situation in the Gaza Strip remains precarious, with unresolved issues regarding the disarmament of militants and future governance of Gaza City looming over the negotiations.