Trucks carrying humanitarian aid have begun entering the Gaza Strip through the Rafah crossing between Egypt and the besieged Gaza Strip, starting at 10 a.m. local time, 9 a.m. in Italy. The American embassy in Jerusalem had previously received information that the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt would open shortly, which ultimately came to pass after the crossing had remained closed as recently as the day before. "The humanitarian aid convoy expected to enter today includes 20 trucks carrying medicines, medical supplies and a limited quantity of food stocks (canned goods)," reads a statement from the Hamas press office.

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According to Al Jazeera, the arrival of aid with the opening of the Rafah crossing averts a ground offensive by Israel at least for the weekend, as sufficient time will be allowed for the distribution of the supplies. The offensive could, however, be scheduled for the following week.

Rafah crossing opens, humanitarian aid begins entering the Gaza Strip