Overview
- Israel reopened the Kerem Shalom and Kissufim crossings after U.S. pressure, reversing a blockade on aid that followed Sunday’s clashes.
- The ceasefire formally remains in effect despite Israeli airstrikes after an alleged Hamas attack near Rafah that the IDF says killed two soldiers, with Palestinian officials reporting dozens of deaths.
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is keeping the Rafah crossing closed pending the return of all hostage remains, as Hamas continues transfers via the ICRC, bringing identified returns to 13.
- U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived and met Netanyahu, with Vice President J.D. Vance due Tuesday, as President Trump said the truce is still in force and warned Hamas against violations.
- Israeli forces reported firing on groups crossing the IDF withdrawal line on Monday, while a Hamas delegation reached Cairo for talks on implementing the next phase of the U.S.-brokered plan.