A barrier between the Gaza Strip and Israel is breached.Photo: Mohammed Fayq Abu Mostafa/REUTERS.
Agreements between Israel and Hamas: details of the supply of equipment
Israel has agreed to transfer five bulldozers to the Gaza Strip, similar to those used by Hamas militants during the border breakout on 7 October 2023. According to Time Ukraine Israel , citing Vesty, the decision was made as part of an exchange agreement. The equipment is designed to clear debris and repair road infrastructure.
According to sources, the bulldozers will be delivered from Egypt. Although the financing of the project remains not fully transparent, it is likely to be financed by sponsors from the Middle East. It has not been officially announced who will be the final owner of the equipment, but there is speculation that it may be indirectly controlled by Hamas, which maintains de facto control in the region.
Egypt’s role in the implementation of the agreements
According to an official in Jerusalem, the bulldozers will be used under the supervision of Egyptian workers. They are expected to cross the border daily through the Rafah crossing, work in Gaza and return to Egypt in the evening.
Hidden aspects of arrangements
Journalists suggest that there may be other items in the exchange agreement that remain undisclosed. This raises additional questions about the potential benefits and risks for both parties.
It is important to note that despite the official designation of the equipment for reconstruction work, the possibility of its use by Hamas is a cause for concern. Time will tell whether this decision will be a step towards stability or a new challenge in the region.
