In a remarkable show of solidarity, Israel approved the entry of humanitarian aid at its Kerem Shalom border crossing with Gaza in a bid to help the beleaguered civilians in the region. The move parallels with the essential aid stream flowing through the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza.
The development comes in the midst of an ongoing diplomatic drive spearheaded by Jake Sullivan, President Biden's national security advisor presently in the area. Emphasizing precision, Sullivan called for a more specific targeting of Hamas leaders in what is seen as the potential next phase of the war ensnarling the region.
