Israeli forces seize Rafah border crossing

Israeli forces launched a ground and air operation in Rafah on Monday night, May 6, after seizing the cross border during diplomatic efforts abroad to achieve a new truce. The Gaza Crossings Authority said in a statement that Israel's takeover was a "death sentence" against Gazans, particularly the ill and injured. The Israeli offensive took place as an agreement is being put to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas as the conflict entered its 8th month.