יום סגירת מעבר רפיח

Palestinian media on October 18 began by extensively covering a new Israeli massacre in Gaza's Al-Zaytoun neighborhood, reporting 11 martyrs, including 7 children and 3 women. This occurred amidst continued Israeli ceasefire violations and accusations of organ theft from Palestinian bodies. The return of Eliyahu Margalit's body was announced, and Hamas reiterated its commitment to the ceasefire and body returns. By early afternoon, reports focused on the resumption of education in Gaza and the gradual return to markets. The International Criminal Court reaffirmed arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant. In the evening, Netanyahu's decision to keep the Rafah crossing closed indefinitely was a central focus, seen as a ceasefire violation. Concurrently, Hamas's Qassam Brigades announced they would hand over the bodies of two Israeli captives, a development amidst ongoing ceasefire discussions.