ALBAWABA- The US Department, through Secretary for Public Affairs and Department Spokesperson John Kirby, stated that Israel assured them the military operation in Rafah is limited in scope, purpose, and size, and they are closely monitoring the situation.
Kirby expressed confidence that the gaps in the amended formula approved by Hamas can be filled, highlighting Israel's negotiations in good faith as their delegation heads to Cairo for further talks.
Efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in Gaza are ongoing, with the US believing it is possible. Kirby emphasized the impossibility of a major military operation in Rafah considering the safety of the civilian population.
The State Department called for an investigation into mass graves in Gaza and reiterated its consistent stance against a major military operation in Gaza while closely monitoring the situation.
They emphasized the importance of reopening the Rafah crossing for humanitarian relief operations.
Hamas leader Osama Hamdan dismissed the Israeli invasion of Rafah as a futile attempt by Netanyahu to claim victory, stating that Hamas showed a positive and responsible spirit during negotiations.
He claimed that the agreement blocked the occupation's plans for aggression and represented the minimum response to the demands of the people and resistance. Hamdan asserted that the responsibility now lies with Netanyahu and his government.
