Israel's Security Cabinet Votes to Expand IDF Operation in Rafah

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Israel's security cabinet voted to expand IDF operation in Rafah on a limited scale and continue talks with mediators for a hostage release deal with Hamas, seen as a rebuke of the US due to weapon withholding. The US had warned about halting offensive weapons shipments if Israel entered population centers of Rafah.

Key Points

  • Security cabinet's vote to expand IDF operation in Rafah
  • US warning on halting weapon shipments if Israel enters population centers of Rafah
  • Rafah being the last Hamas stronghold in Gaza

Pros

  • Continued efforts towards a potential ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas
  • Measured expansion of IDF operation in Rafah to prevent Hamas from regaining power in Gaza

Cons

  • Risk of strained relations with the US due to weapon withholding and warnings
  • Concerns over impact on humanitarian conditions in Gaza