Kerem Shalom Crossing to be closed in light of riots
Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman made the decision to close the border crossing after it sustained extensive damage during the protests in Gaza.
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In light of the continuing attacks and the damage to the crossing, Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman and COGAT Maj. Gen. Kamil Abu Rokon approved a recommendation to close the Kerem Shalom crossing. It will be opened for select humanitarian need, which will be examined on a case-by-case basis.The crossing will remain closed until the damage caused by the riots is repaired and will be dependent on situational assessments.The IDF statement said, "Israel and many countries around the world work to deliver goods such as food, equipment and fuel to Gaza's citizens, initiatives which are prevented by the Hamas terror organization's actions."The statement also emphasized that "the Hamas terror organization is responsible for everything that happens in the Gaza Strip, both above and below ground, and will bear the consequences for its actions."
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