Israeli occupation Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the Palestinian resistance movement, Hamas, of violating the ongoing ceasefire after five members of the Israeli occupation forces (IOF) were injured during clashes in Rafah, southern Gaza. 

Netanyahu wished a "Speedy recovery" to the troops, one of whom sustained serious injuries during a firefight in the southern Gaza city of Rafah in what Israeli media described as an unusually intense exchange of fire.

Israeli sources said fighters emerged from a tunnel in Rafah and attacked Israeli forces stationed in the area with gunfire and anti-tank projectiles, highlighting the scale and coordination of the assault. Channel 12 referred to the incident as “exceptional", emphasizing its unusual nature and the level of danger involved.

Israeli media also noted that Netanyahu and security minister Israel Katz are expected to hold a security assessment soon, amid discussions about the possibility of initiating a wave of attacks in Gaza.

It is noteworthy that the occupation has continuously violated the ceasefire agreement signed in October 2025, most recently killing a child on Tuesday in eastern Gaza. 

The IOF also continues to carry out demolition operations along the so-called "yellow line" in eastern areas of Gaza City, further damaging civilian infrastructure.

Palestinian factions call for the opening of Rafah crossing

Meanwhile, Palestinian factions and political forces have called on mediators and guarantor countries to ensure the Rafah crossing in southern Gaza is opened in both directions, emphasizing the urgency of facilitating the movement of people.

In a statement, they urged pressure on "Israel" to implement the provisions of the Sharm El-Sheikh agreement and United Nations Security Council Resolution 2803, warning against any attempts by "Israel" to manipulate or evade these obligations or to limit the crossing’s operation to a single direction as suggested by some Israeli sources.

The statement also stressed the importance of holding "Israel" accountable for fully adhering to the terms of the ceasefire agreement.