Injured civilians have entered Egypt through the Rafah border crossing with Gaza for the first time since the start of the war. The exact number of people allowed to leave is unclear. Today, hundreds of people gathered near the crossing, and ambulances were stationed on the Egyptian side to receive the sick and injured. Until now, only aid trucks were allowed through the crossing to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. However, the aid provided has been insufficient for Gaza’s population of around 2.3 million, with half of them being children.
A list of more than 500 foreign nationals has been approved to cross from Gaza into Egypt. The list includes individuals from various countries, including Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Indonesia, Jordan, Japan, and a group of aid workers. Five American aid workers are also on the list.
According to a Palestinian health official, two hospitals in northern Gaza are expected to run out of generator fuel within hours. The hospitals are urgently calling for oil-producing countries to provide fuel to save the lives of the wounded and sick. The hospitals currently have 42 children on life support, 62 on artificial respiration, and 650 patients with kidney failure.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has blamed Hamas for using civilian buildings as cover after a strike on the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza resulted in numerous deaths and injuries. IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated that there were “close encounters” between IDF fighters and Hamas militants who were shooting from inside the buildings. A military aircraft then attacked from the air, killing a top Hamas commander and bringing down buildings with underground tunnels.
In Ashdod, Israel, as sirens sounded, a frantic mother searched for her children. She eventually found them in a shelter, but her dog remained frightened by the booms from above. Israel’s Iron Dome intercepted the missiles aimed at the city.
The first batch of foreign passport holders has crossed into the Rafah border crossing. More than 500 foreigners, consisting of various nationalities, have entered the crossing, and ambulances have also been seen entering.
The opening of the border crossing is a result of a separate Qatar-brokered deal and is not connected to hostage talks, ceasefires, or import of humanitarian goods. The agreement allows foreign passport holders and critically injured civilians to leave Gaza. It was mediated by Qatar in coordination with US officials.
In Eilat, Israel, residents evacuated from Kibbutz Nir Oz experienced a sleepless night after a massive explosion. Since October 7, around 80 people from the kibbutz have been held hostage by Hamas. A video released by Hamas featured three hostages, who appeared to be shaken. The community is relieved to see a sign of life but remains concerned for the safety of the hostages.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of a “long war” ahead as Israel intensified its ground assault on Gaza. Netanyahu promised to continue until victory is achieved.
A field hospital has been set up near the border with Gaza in Rafah, Egypt, to assist injured Palestinians.
A senior UN official has resigned, accusing the United Nations of failing to prevent a “text-book case of genocide.” He also condemned Western governments for providing political and diplomatic cover for Israel’s actions.
According to the Israeli military, nine soldiers have been killed in battle in northern Gaza. Israel’s defense minister expressed the country’s preparedness to continue the complex campaign.
In southern Israel, kibbutz residents are still dealing with the trauma caused by the terror attacks carried out by Hamas. Many areas remain evacuated, and people are trying to rebuild their lives after the attacks.
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