Thursday, October 16, 2025-Israel has kept the Rafah border crossing closed and reduced humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, raising international concern. The agreement under the ceasefire allowed 600 aid trucks daily, but the number has now been cut to 300.
Israeli officials say the move comes after delays by Hamas in returning the bodies of Israeli hostages. Fuel and cooking gas are also being restricted, worsening shortages of essential supplies across the territory.
The United Nations and aid agencies have condemned the decision, warning that it could push Gaza closer to famine. Medical facilities are struggling to operate without power, and relief groups say food and water reserves are running out.
Hamas officials claim they are still recovering remains from destroyed areas, accusing Israel of turning humanitarian aid into a negotiation tool rather than a lifeline.
The standoff threatens to weaken the already fragile ceasefire. Global pressure is building on Israel to reopen the Rafah crossing and restore full aid access, while negotiations continue behind the scenes.
The next few days will reveal whether humanitarian relief will resume—or whether the crisis in Gaza will worsen under continued restrictions.
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