"Egypt Constructs Border Wall Amid Rising Tensions with Israel and Gaza"
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Egypt has constructed over 3km of wall and cleared a large area near its border with Gaza, sparking concerns about its purpose. While Egyptian authorities claim it's for a "logistical hub" for aid, satellite images show extensive construction and clearing. Israel's warning of a potential ground offensive in Gaza adds to the tension. Aid workers are skeptical of the stated purpose, as they have not been informed of any such plan, and security experts believe it may be preparations for a worst-case scenario.
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- Egypt Builds Walled Enclosure on Border as Israeli Offensive Looms - WSJ The Wall Street Journal
- An Israeli offensive in Rafah could worsen relations with Egypt - opinion The Jerusalem Post
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