Israel Blocks US Firm From Building Gaza Base for International Force
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Israel is reportedly blocking a U.S. firm from constructing a military base in Gaza for an international peacekeeping force, citing security concerns. This comes as Gaza merchants suspend goods coordination due to alleged Hamas taxation, a claim disputed by Gaza's truckers union who blame Israeli restrictions. The suspension threatens Gaza's already fragile supply chain, while a recent poll shows declining support for Hamas. In military developments, the IDF destroyed a Hamas tunnel, and a former IDF chief vowed to end Hamas rule within 18 months.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Israel is blocking construction of a Gaza base for an international peacekeeping force, according to The Guardian.
- Gaza merchants suspended goods coordination due to alleged Hamas taxation, a claim disputed by Gaza's truckers union.
- The IDF announced the demolition of a Hamas tunnel that extended into Israeli-held territory.
- A recent poll shows declining support for Hamas among Palestinians in both Gaza and the West Bank.
- Former IDF chief Gadi Eisenkot pledged to end Hamas rule in Gaza within 18 months.
- The Board of Peace anticipates Israeli approval for the base after the October 27 Knesset election.
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