Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas urged the opening of humanitarian corridors and the delivery of aid to the Gaza Strip. The report from WAFA confirms these remarks.
During a meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Abbas articulated a call for an end to Israeli aggression and a push for lasting peace. He also emphasized the need to secure the release of prisoners and civilians and urged both sides to protect civilian lives.
Earlier, Egypt signaled its willingness to announce a six hour ceasefire between Israel and Palestine to facilitate humanitarian relief into Gaza. Reports indicate that Cairo is coordinating with the United States and other partners on a plan to supply aid at the Gaza border, with delivery likely through the Rafah crossing between Gaza and the Sinai Peninsula.
On 7 October, Hamas launched thousands of rockets into Israel and declared the start of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood. In response, Israel declared a state of emergency, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir announcing the measure.
Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged to confront Hamas and defend Israel during this ongoing conflict. These developments have intensified international calls for de-escalation and for safe, unimpeded humanitarian access to civilians affected by the crisis. [Source: WAFA]