If the Rafah Crossing were reopened, that would allow desperately needed aid into the territory, and some foreigners including us citizens to leave. But, despite the reports, the crossing remains closed. Alos, hamas and israel have denied reports theyve agreed a truce in southern gaza. The us Secretary Of State who this morning returned to israel was In Cairo On Sunday to persuade egyptian officials to reopen the border point. But egypts Foreign Minister is reported as saying the Israeli Government was yet to take a stance that allowed the opening of the crossing. These are the latest pictures from the Rafah Crossing, showing the build up of crowds there. They are waiting for any news. I want to show you live pictures of garzo with smoke rising into the air as missile strikes into Gaza Continue from israel as they seek to destroy hamas, as is their committed aim i want to show you live pictures of gaza. They say they are targeting where hamas fighters are hiding all from where drone or
The country from gaza. Gunmen then cross the border, some on paragliders, launching multiple attacks on towns, Military Bases and kibbutz. 1,400 people were murdered. Hostages were also taken, with the Israeli Military now saying 155 people are now being held by hamas. Israel responded with air strikes on gaza which have continued all week. Electricity, food, fuel and water have been cut off and more thani million residents were told to leave. The palestinian Authorities Say more than 2,670 people have already died. Meanwhile, an estimated 300,000 israeli troops have gathered on the border with gaza, ahead of a possible Ground Invasion. Lets focus now on hamas s objectives. After launching its attacks in southern israel. Live now to kamran bochari, senior director of the Eurasian Security and prosperity portfolio at the newlines institute. And an expert on islamic extremism if you can, talk to me about where hamas s objectives now lie given what we have seen over the last few days. I w