i24NEWS reports that amid tensions between Israel and Egypt over Israel’s insistence on keeping IDF troops on the Philadelphi corridor, Israel has not had an ambassador in Egypt for the past two weeks.
Although neither country will publicly confirm the talks, an emerging plan may see Israel withdraw from the Philadelphi Corridor if Egypt will earnestly secure it.
The meetings discussed several issues, including IDF operations in Rafah, and closing the Gazan side of the Rafah Crossing, which led to an Egyptian decision to stop transferring aid to Gaza as long as the crossing is closed.
Axios reports that Israeli officials told their Egyptian counterparts that Israel is ready to give hostage negotiations "one last chance" to reach a deal with Hamas, but if there isn't progress soon it will move forward with a ground invasion of Rafah.
According to Egyptian officials, Israel intends to send troops to Rafah gradually and to concentrate on areas where the defense establishment believes Hamas leaders are hiding.
Egyptian authorities reportedly arrest 10 activists who participated in a pro-Palestinian Arab protest in which they called for the expulsion of the Israeli ambassador.
The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on Israel to avoid taking measures that 'will further complicate the situation.'
Cairo may suspend its peace agreements with Israel if the IDF launches a ground offensive in Rafah.
The Egyptian ultimatum warns that if an agreement is not reached, Israel will launch a ground offensive against Rafah.
Prime Minister Netanyahu told Secretary of State Antony Blinken that Israel would not launch an operation in Rafah before coordinating with Egypt.
The 12-year-old girl was injured in a traffic accident and taken to the special ward for complex trauma in children.
Chairman of Egypt's State Information Service said that a move by Israel to take control of the area along the Egypt-Gaza border could lead to a 'severe and serious' threat to the relations between the two countries.
IDF soldiers open fire at approximately 20 suspects who arrived from Egyptian territory toward the border with Israel. One soldier injured and evacuated to hospital.
Daniel Haim was arrested on August 24th on his way to a vacation in the Sinai Peninsula after five handgun bullets were found in his bag.
An Arabic newspaper reported that Egypt and the US are working to prevent an escalation between Israel and the Palestinian terror groups.
Egypt appears to be at odds with Israel over the IDF's continuing counter-terror activities in Judea & Samaria.
Israel Security Agency chief meets head of Egyptian intelligence, with the aim of resolving the crisis between Jerusalem and Cairo.
Eyal Hulata says in closed lecture that Western countries should stop pressuring President Al-Sisi on human rights.
Residents of town of Shlomit report that a bullet hit the town. IDF: This is a spillover of gunfire from Egypt.
Israel's Foreign Minister is planning to start a meeting with Egypt's President by returning artifacts smuggled from Egypt to Israel.
US Jewish leaders: We look forward to seeing this meeting bear fruit in fostering enhanced cooperation between Israel and Egypt.
TV report says Bennett and Egyptian President are expected to meet soon in meeting that will be public and not secret.
Founder of Egyptian publishing house sentenced to five years in prison for distributing Arabic version of novel about spy for Israel.
“60 Minutes” airs full interview with Egyptian President, in which he acknowledged close security cooperation with Israel.
Trump’s Special Representative for International Negotiations praises peace treaty between Israel and Egypt.
Israeli forgets weapons magazine in his vehicle, detained in Egypt for 30 hours before being released.
Israel has reportedly agreed to Egypt's request to increase the number of its soldiers fighting ISIS in the Sinai Peninsula.
Egypt’s military spokesperson denies report that Israel has been attacking ISIS targets in Sinai with Egyptian approval.
Israel sends condolences to Egypt following attack in which more than 50 police officers were killed during a raid on a terrorist hideout.
Egyptian President urges Palestinian Arabs to be ready to co-exist with each other and with Israelis in safety and security.
Egypt's Foreign Ministry says the country will play a key role in Israel-PA peace talks along with Donald Trump's new administration.
PM Netanyahu condemns terror attack on Coptic Christians in Cairo, calls on Egypt to "fight terrorism together".
Egyptian officials claim Israel has chosen Cairo to mediate with PA over France; delegation also to coordinate security in Sinai.
Common enemy driving neighbor countries to put 'past animosities' aside, major Israeli official admits Wednesday.
Egypt informed Israel in advance of its intention to transfer sovereignty over two islands in the Gulf of Aqaba to Saudi Arabia.
Tawfik Okasha, who was dismissed for hosting Israel's ambassador, says the move was "in good faith".
Israel's Ambassador to Egypt plays down tension in relations with Egypt following dismissal of MP who met him.
MP throws shoe at lawmaker Tawfik Okasha and others demand he be dismissed, over 'crime' of meeting with Israeli ambassador.
Stephen Greenberg, chairman of the Conference of Presidents, describes Jewish leaders' visits to Turkey and Egypt.
Cairo bans Egyptian companies from utilizing or discussing landmark deal to make Israel a 'natural gas superpower' in the Middle East.
Four years after mob raids the premises, Israeli flag raised once again at the embassy in the Egyptian capital.
Egypt would probably not embrace alternatives to the two-state Solution, but it prefers something to nothing.
Andrei Pashnichikov, who was arrested by Egypt in December of 2012, released from jail and deported to Israel.
Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Peres wish Egyptian people 'prosperity and success', reaffirm commitment to treaty.
Egyptian commentator calls for Israel to provide compensation for materials Torah says Jews took during Passover story.
The Israeli foreign ministry has named Middle East specialist Haim Koren as the next ambassador to Egypt.
An Israeli delegation arrives at the Cairo airport as Egypt's army continues to crack down on terrorists in the Sinai.
The coordination between Israel and Egypt has gotten better despite the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood to power, says COS.
Former President Jimmy Carter says Egypt's President will not implement changes to peace with Israel unilaterally.
Israel pledges to buy Egyptian artifacts and return them to Cairo. Lawyer for Israeli prisoner in Egypt objects.
Egyptian media say fighter jets are in El Arish, to track terrorists. Israeli sources deny this as "baseless rumors."
Morsi vowed to preserve international agreements as he takes power in a regime conceived in violence and bred in violence.
IDF troops fire at suspects who entered Israel through the border with Egypt. One person dead, three wounded.
IDF raises its alertness following information regarding intentions by terrorists to execute an attack along the Egyptian border.
Middle East expert Moshe Sharon: allowing Egypt to send soldiers into Sinai sets a bad precedent.
In talks with diplomats, Netanyahu said international community must insist that any Egyptian government maintain peace treaty with Israel.
Leaked documents show U.S. frustration as Egyptian military focuses on Israel while neglecting struggle against terrorism.
Egypt's gas sales to Israel cause anger among Egyptians, due to rumored domestic gas shortage.
Egypt rejects plan that would see Gaza residents use the Rafah crossing, saying Gaza is still Israel's responsibility.
PM Netanyahu plans meeting with Egypt's Mubarak over resumption of Israel-PA negotiations.
