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证券时报·2025-10-19 00:08

Core Viewpoint - The situation in Gaza remains tense as Israel has decided to keep the Rafah crossing closed until further notice, contingent on Hamas fulfilling its obligations regarding the return of hostages' remains and the execution of agreed frameworks [6][5]. Summary by Sections Rafah Crossing Status - Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has instructed that the Rafah crossing will remain closed until further notice, with the decision based on Hamas's compliance with its obligations [6][5]. - The Palestinian embassy in Egypt had previously announced that the crossing would reopen on October 20 for citizens wishing to return to Gaza, but Israel's decision to keep it closed was due to Hamas's failure to return all hostages' remains on time [6][6]. Hostage Situation - Hamas has reportedly transferred two more remains of hostages to Israel, bringing the total to 12 out of 28 remains that have been handed over under the ceasefire agreement [8][9]. - Hamas has stated that it does not wish to participate in any administrative arrangements related to the governance of Gaza after the ceasefire and has agreed to form a committee to take over governance [10]. Ceasefire Agreement Progress - There are significant disagreements between Israel and Hamas regarding the disarmament of Hamas and the demilitarization of Gaza, making the prospects for the second phase of the ceasefire agreement uncertain [3][14]. - Hamas has accused Israel of deliberately delaying the reconstruction process, which was supposed to begin immediately after the first phase of the ceasefire [11]. International Involvement - The U.S. Middle East envoy is expected to visit the region to monitor the implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire agreement [12][13]. - Iran has condemned Israel for allegedly violating the ceasefire agreement and criticized its refusal to reopen the Rafah crossing, calling for international action to address the situation in Gaza [17][18]. Other Regional Developments - The Houthi movement in Yemen has reportedly seized several United Nations workers during a raid on a residential area for foreign employees [20].