FALCON POWERS – Amidst the anticipation of the future developments and Egyptian-Israeli relations, with the closure of the Egyptian side of the Rafah Crossing to Palestinians and the presence of the Israeli military on the occupied side, global concern is growing regarding the precautions taken by Egypt.
Egypt has constructed several high and towering walls in front of Palestinians, unlike anything seen along the Egyptian-Israeli border. Israeli media outlets have repeatedly highlighted this as a source of pride for Egypt, sarcastically and mockingly asserting that it ensures the national security from Palestinian civilians. Media sources have reported that Egyptian security sources in northern Sinai have been transferring tanks and heavy machinery for the past two days, noticeably deploying them near the Rafah land crossing.
Political analyst for Arab affairs in Haaretz newspaper, Lefev Gadon, ponders on the purpose of these vehicles: Is it the beginning of the end of the era of peace and preparation for an upcoming Egyptian-Israeli war? Or is it preparation for the displacement of Palestinians and the security handling of the population in the Gaza Strip, confronting them with this military machinery?
