 Four Arab leaders have recently broken their silence on the situation in Gaza, marking a significant shift in their approach. They have been criticized for not taking a stronger stance to protect the lives of Palestinians amidst brutal attacks by occupation forces. Many in the Arab world feel that these leaders have failed to effectively address the occupation, with accusations of secret dealings undermining their ability to confront it. Instead of concrete action, their responses have often been limited to statements. However, there are indications that this may be changing, as suggested by King Abdullah II, bin al-Hussein of Jordan. Unfortunately, one of the most devastating wars in recent history continues to unfold in Gaza as we speak. Nearly 100,000 people have been killed, injured or are missing. The majority are women and children. We cannot afford an Israeli attack on Rafah. It is certain to produce another humanitarian catastrophe. The situation is already unbearable for over a million people who have been pushed into Rafah since the war started. We cannot stand by and let this continue. We need a lasting ceasefire now. This war must end. We must urgently and immediately work to ensure the sustainable delivery of sufficient aid. This newfound unity among Arab leaders comes in response to recent military operations ordered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Rafah, one of the last remaining civilian strongholds in Gaza. Among these leaders are Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman, who has been criticized for his perceived silence. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, known for his nuanced approach, Jordan's King Abdullah II bin al-Hussein, and Bahrain's King Salman bin Hamad al-Khalifa, who has been a prominent supporter of anti-resistance US forces in Yemen. Their decision to address the true nature of the occupation's actions in Gaza suggests a growing awareness of its intentions to prevent Palestinians from reclaiming their homeland. This shift reflects a deeper understanding of the situation and may signal a willingness to take more decisive action. As the crisis in Gaza intensified following a counter-offensive by Palestinian freedom fighters, it was revealed that the occupation allegedly provided funding to keep the groups divided and prevent unity with authorities in the West Bank. This strategy aimed to undermine the formation of a united Palestinian front and hinder the realization of a Palestinian state. The covert funding, proudly sponsored by the occupation, facilitated the counter-offensive without detection by their intelligence apparatus. Many analysts, including ourselves, have concluded that occupation authorities likely had prior knowledge of the counter-offensive, but chose to remain silent, possibly as part of their alleged plan to fully occupy Gaza. Now the occupation's plans to launch an attack on Rafa, the only refuge for civilians, further signal a purported campaign to cleanse Palestinian lands. While some may overlook the significance of Rafa in preventing a flood of refugees into Egypt and Jordan, the threat of attack has drawn attention to the crisis in Gaza, both globally and within the Arab community. To appreciate Rafa's role in the conflict, it's essential to understand its significance. Rafa's infrastructure serves as a testament to the occupation's alleged agenda to erase Palestinian presence in the Gaza Strip. It was home to the Gaza International Airport, known as the Yasser Arafat International Airport, which was destroyed and bulldozed by occupation forces. Following Israel's withdrawal from the Sinai Peninsula in 1982, Rafa became divided into Ghazan and Egyptian parts, resulting in the separation of families by barbed wire barriers and the destruction of the city's core by both Israel and Egypt to establish a buffer zone. Rafa, located in the southern Gaza Strip, serves as the capital of the Rafa governorate within the state of Palestine, situated approximately 30 kilometers, 19 miles southwest of Gaza City. In 2017, its population was recorded at over 171,000. However, as the brutal invasion intensified in Gaza City and Khan Yunis, approximately 1.4 million people were forced to seek shelter in the city. The Rafa border crossing, located in the city, serves as the sole entry point between Egypt and the state of Palestine. Given the strategic importance of the city and its role as a refuge for civilian victims of the crisis in Gaza, it has become a potential flashpoint for escalation between occupation forces and key Arab nations. The looming operation in Rafa represents a red line for Arab leaders and may prompt a significant shift in policies towards Israel. Some leaders, particularly in Egypt, have taken military measures and threatened further action to safeguard their country and border should the occupation proceed with planned operations in the small refugee city. There is skepticism regarding the sincerity of Arab leaders' threats, considering their past lack of action in confronting the occupation. Despite their silence and alleged facilitation of sanctions against Palestinians, the new occupation operation could potentially lead to a stronger Arab response. In response to the occupation's threat, Egypt has deployed about 40 tanks and armoured personnel carriers to north-eastern Sinai in recent weeks to bolster security on its border with Gaza. The Egyptian government has also vowed to suspend the peace agreement signed in 1979 if Israel sends troops into Rafa, the largest refugee camp in the world. Such a suspension could lead to the remilitarization of the Sinai Peninsula and prompt Egypt to block Israeli ships from using the vital Suez Canal. This, combined with developments in Yemen, could significantly impact the already struggling Israeli economy. Additionally, Egypt may escalate tensions by providing support to Palestinian freedom fighters to defend the refugee city from destruction by colonialist forces. Saudi Arabia has issued a warning of potential consequences should the attack proceed and other nations such as Jordan and the UAE have expressed disappointment with the occupation authorities' decision to forcibly clear Gaza of its inhabitants. The UAE has specifically proposed restarting the Palestinian peace accords and pursuing a two-state solution while also advocating for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate meaningful peace negotiations. While the outcome of these efforts remains uncertain, given the occupation's aggressive stance, only time will reveal their effectiveness. Your support in liking and sharing this content on YouTube enables others to stay informed about developments in Palestine. Subscribe to stay updated on the latest news until our next update. Peace.