Egypt has condemned Israel's seizure of the crossing and closed the passageway to goods on its side.
Defense Minister Gallant vows to cut off Hamas's rearming ability in Rafah. Despite progress, Hamas still launches rockets, challenging IDF's assertion of dismantling Hamas's military.
Officials hope the pier can be anchored to the coast of Gaza and aid can start flowing in the coming days.
Blinken says Israel must not reoccupy Gaza, Day After plan needed
IDF Chief of Staff said, 'We’re Determined, We Won’t Let Hamas Rebuild' to soldier in Rafah during Israel's independence day.
The medical teams on the ground and in helicopters are trained to perform complex and life-saving operations under fire and when airborne.
The pier was completed last week, and USAID Response Director says that in the coming day, they expect it to be affixed to the shore, and aid can then flow.
Annual Bible Quiz brings Jewish world together on Israel's Independence Day, and more.
These interceptions are the latest of several others this week, which have been carried out against hostile threats.
Ironically, Biden's decision has freed Israel’s leadership of some of their reluctance to counter American dictates. Oh, and its also helping Trump's campaign.