Israel launches airstrikes on Rafah as Gaza ceasefire deal comes under threat

IDF says attack was in response to Hamas forces firing at its troops, as militant group says it is still committed to truce Middle East crisis – live updatesThe Israeli air force carried out airstrikes in Rafah on Sunday, Israel’s military has confirmed, in what marks the most serious threat so far to the week-long ceasefire in Gaza.The airstrikes reportedly occurred after Hamas militants emerged from tunnels in the Rafah area and shot at Israeli soldiers in the morning, prompting a firefight. Israel’s army radio reported that deadly clashes in Rafah were continuing. Continue reading...