"Netanyahu's Defiance: Israeli Forces' Entry into Rafah at Start of Ramadan"

The Biden administration is not expecting Israeli forces to imminently expand their military operations into Rafah, despite warnings from Israeli officials. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indicated plans to send the military into Rafah, but the Biden administration has yet to see a humanitarian or evacuation plan to ensure the safety of civilians in the area. Tensions have escalated as the holy month of Ramadan approaches, with negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage release deal showing little progress. The US has emphasized the need for a plan guaranteeing the safety of civilians before supporting a military offensive into the densely populated city.