Israel Opens Gaza Border
Since November 4, Israel has refused to open its borders with the Gaza Strip due to the violence that occurred between the two societies especially since Hamas has taken control. However, tensions have died down a little today. Israel was ordered by Defense Minister Ehud Barak to deliver truckloads of food, water, fuel, and other necessities that the Palestinians need.
Official within Barak’s office say that he took this action because the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha will be taking place next week. The Israeli government has already taken steps to free some Fatah members from prison due to the holiday. Officials from both Israel and from the Gaza Strip hope that these necessities delivered from the Israeli government will be an opening for better relations in the near future.
Roopa Radhakrishnan
