Israel to Open Kissufim Crossing to Boost Gaza Aid
The decision follows international pressure and U.S. demands for improved humanitarian access amid a growing crisis.
- The Israeli military plans to reopen the Kissufim crossing to facilitate increased aid flow into southern Gaza.
- Engineering work by the IDF has established inspection points and paved roads to support the aid transfer.
- This move comes after U.S. officials demanded concrete measures to address Gaza's humanitarian situation.
- The U.S. letter called for the opening of a fifth crossing and a minimum of 350 aid trucks entering Gaza daily.
- The Kissufim crossing was previously a site of conflict, highlighting ongoing security concerns in the region.