Erez Crossing

One of the commanding officers of the communications liaison on base did not participate in the defense of the army installation; later, the same officer was promoted

The Hamas terrorist organization, de facto ruling the Gaza enclave, is reportedly in talks to end the escalations and has called for a pause until Friday

Israel’s Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced the opening for goods and fuel into the Gaza Strip, but stated the Erez pedestrian crossing will remain closed

The Erez border has been closed since Friday, due to Israeli security precautions ahead of the Jewish New Year Holiday

Israeli security forces earlier reported several incidents of terrorists attempting to place explosives along the border fence with Gaza

'This is an operation designed to improve defense in this area'

Gazans allowed to enter Israel again for work and medical treatment as border crossings reopen

Sunday marks first time border crossing opened since being closed at the beginning of May

The crossing is used by 12,000 Palestinians with permits to enter Israel for work

'Crossings into Israel for Gazan merchants and workers through the Erez Crossing will not be permitted'

The total number of permits granted by Israel is now 10,000

The move comes after eight days of escalating violence between Israel and the ruling Hamas terror group

Israel announces closure of Erez Crossing until further notice amid continued attacks