Israeli Forces in Rafah

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Israeli forces push deeper into Rafah after deadly airstrike, White House says no 'major ground operation' yet, U.S. aid deliveries to Gaza suspended, global condemnation mounts, United Nations orders halt to offensive, Israel submits new cease-fire proposal.

Key Points

  • Israeli forces push deeper into Rafah
  • U.S. monitoring situation, not considering 'major ground operation'
  • International pressure for cease-fire
  • Israel submits new cease-fire proposal

Pros

  • U.S. monitoring Israeli actions in Rafah closely
  • Efforts to prevent escalation of conflict
  • International pressure for cease-fire and halt to offensive

Cons

  • Deaths of dozens of Palestinians in airstrike
  • Suspension of U.S. aid deliveries to Gaza
  • Growing tensions and global condemnation