"Critical Gaza Hospitals Face Fuel Crisis as Rafah Crossing Prepares to Open for Aid"

The United States, Egypt, and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire in southern Gaza, scheduled to coincide with the reopening of the Rafah border crossing. The United Nations has stocked supplies in neighboring countries to provide aid to Gaza, while the head of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency warns of an unfolding humanitarian catastrophe. Financial unease grows as crude oil prices rise and stock markets decline due to the escalating violence. Gaza's hospitals face a dire situation with dwindling fuel reserves, and the US State Department cautions about the uncertain conditions at the Rafah crossing. President Joe Biden is considering a trip to Israel to demonstrate US support, and the Israel Defense Forces accuse Hamas of war crimes.