Israel is planning to restrict the number of Palestinians entering Gaza through the border crossing with Egypt, aiming to ensure more people leave the territory than enter, according to three sources briefed on the matter. This move is part of Israel's efforts to maintain security control over the territory. The sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said Israel wants to establish a military checkpoint inside Gaza near the border to screen Palestinians moving in and out. The plan has sparked concerns among Palestinians, who fear it could lead to forced displacement. The Rafah Border Crossing is expected to open next week, staffed by Palestinians affiliated with the Ramallah-based Palestinian Authority and monitored by EU personnel. The crossing has been under Israeli military control since 2024. The Israeli government has not commented on the plan, while the US Embassy in Israel has not responded to requests for comment on whether Washington supports Israel's move.
Ten people killed and 30 injured in mass casualty event in New Orleans
Ten people have been killed and 30 people have been injured in a mass casualty event in New Orleans, the US city's emergency preparedness authority has said.
In a statement on its website, Nola Ready said a vehicle drove into a large crowd on Canal and Bourbon Street in the popular French Quarter of the city.
"Public safety partners are responding on scene," it added.
