Published: Sep 03, 2024, 06:20 IST | Updated: Sep 03, 2024, 06:20 IST
Amid growing anger over the death of Israeli hostages in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted on retaining control over the Philadelphi Corridor as a crucial demand in the ceasefire-hostage deal. Netanyahu's refusal to give up control over the strategic corridor may have consequences for Israel's position in the war against Hamas. It has already become a key obstacle in securing a ceasefire-hostage agreement with Hamas. The question is, will Netanyahu's stubbornness end up costing Israel? Will allies abandon Israel to punish Netanyahu?