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President Trump threatened to "eradicate" Hamas if it continues to violate a ceasefire the US helped broker between the militant group and Israel.
An Israeli security official said the transfer of aid into the territory is halted "until further notice," the first major test of the ceasefire.
None of this means the ceasefire is about to collapse. Even though there will no doubt be further violations, for now a mix of self-interest and American pressure should ensure that Israel and Hamas remain party to the deal.
Before Monday, Hamas had handed over all living hostages and 12 out of 28 deceased hostages under a ceasefire.
Israel and Hamas say they are committed to the ceasefire after clashes over the weekend. And, lawmakers not feeling the pressures of the government shutdown.
A US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza appears to have survived its first major test as Israel and Hamas affirmed their commitment to the deal after two Israeli soldiers were killed in the enclave on Sunday,
Phase 2 of the ceasefire calls for the establishment of a new government in Gaza, creating a multinational force and disarming Hamas.