Hamas asks Egypt to open border to treat wounded

Hamas has called on Egypt to open the Rafah border crossing to allow the transfer from Gaza of 6,000 wounded people for urgent treatment.

Such a move would require consultation with Israel.

Dozens of Palestinians are reported to have been killed by Israeli air strikes in Gaza as intense fighting continues across the territory.

In addition to the sustained Israeli bombardment, there has been ground combat between Israel’s army and Hamas fighters.

Hamas’ media office said nearly 60,000 injured Palestinians were suffering from infections.

As the violence continues, US Secretary of state Antony Blinken is meeting officials in the United Arab Emirates. He will then move on to Saudi Arabia and Tel Aviv for further talks.

By BBC