Egypt Allows Humanitarian Entry to Gaza

March 18th, 2009 • No Comments

According to security officials in the area, Egypt on Wednesday reopened the Rafah crossing, bordering the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip, to allow humanitarian efforts to pass through and the sick to evacuate. The crossing will be open for two days, Cairo says. Continue reading ‘Egypt Allows Humanitarian Entry to Gaza.’

Hamas: Israel Stalling Prisoner Swap

March 17th, 2009 • No Comments

An expected prisoner swap through which captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit would be freed in exchange for 1450 Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails is being blocked by Israel, Hamas said today. Continue reading ‘Hamas: Israel Stalling Prisoner Swap.’

Hamas Expects Prisoner Swap

March 16th, 2009 • No Comments

A statement Monday by Hamas, or the Islamic Resistance Movement, indicated that a potential trading of prisoners with their rivals Israel could occur soon should both sides accept the conditions of the transfer. The move would see the release of around 1,450 Palestinian prisoners currently being held in Israeli jails. Continue reading ‘Hamas Expects Prisoner Swap.’

Fayyad, Palestinian PM, Resigns

March 7th, 2009 • No Comments

In advance of talks between President Mahmoud Abbas and rivals Hamas concerning the Gaza Strip, Palestinian Authority Prime Minister Salam Fayyad has formally submitted his resignation to the President. The decision to step down will not take effect until a new Palestinian government of national unity is in place, however. Continue reading ‘Fayyad, Palestinian PM, Resigns.’