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Israeli military announces daily ‘tactical pause’ in southern Gaza to allow in aid

Eleven-hour window to allow in aid via Kerem Shalom crossing will take place every day until further notice, military says

The Israeli army has announced a daily “tactical pause in military activity” in part of the southern Gaza Strip to allow delivery of increased quantities of humanitarian aid, amid growing international criticism of its offensive there.

The army said the pause would begin in the Rafah area at 8 am (0500 GMT) and remain in effect until 7 pm (1600 GMT). It said the pause would take place every day until further notice.

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