Fighting continues between Israeli troops and Hamas militants on the outskirts of Rafah, a city in the southern Gaza Strip.
The United States has halted a shipment of bombs to Israel, reportedly due to concerns about a potential full-scale assault on Rafah.
The US and other Western nations have urged a peaceful resolution, warning of a humanitarian crisis if the city is attacked.
Negotiations are ongoing in Cairo, with all parties expressing optimism about a potential breakthrough.
The US believes a revised Hamas ceasefire proposal could lead to progress.
The proposal includes a six-week ceasefire, aid influx, and prisoner releases.
The conflict has displaced hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, with many seeking refuge in Rafah.
The city’s mayor has appealed for international intervention, warning of a humanitarian catastrophe.
Aid deliveries have been disrupted, with the United Nations expressing concern about low stock levels in Gaza.
The conflict has resulted in significant loss of life and property damage. According to the Gaza Health Ministry, over 34,000 Palestinians have been killed, mostly civilians.
Israel has reported 1,200 fatalities in the initial Hamas attack, with 128 hostages still held in Gaza.
Israel has reopened the Kerem Shalom crossing, allowing aid trucks to enter Gaza.
However, the closure of both Rafah and Kerem Shalom crossings had previously disrupted aid deliveries, leaving stocks low.
