Israel’s Rafah deadline raises stakes as Ramadan approaches

Israel has set a deadline for the Palestinians to dismantle illegal structures in the Rafah border area, raising tensions as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan approaches. The deadline has put pressure on the Palestinian authorities to take action before the holy month begins, as Israel has threatened to take unilateral steps if the structures are not removed.

The Rafah border area has long been a point of contention between Israel and the Palestinians, with both sides claiming ownership of the land. The Palestinians say the structures were built to provide much-needed housing for refugees, while Israel argues that they pose a security threat.

The deadline comes as tensions in the region are already high, with clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian protesters escalating in recent weeks. The situation is expected to worsen as Ramadan approaches, with both sides bracing for possible violence during the holy month.

As the deadline looms, the international community has called for calm and urged both sides to avoid actions that could further escalate the situation. With tensions running high and the stakes increasing, the coming days will be crucial in determining the future of the Rafah border area.