IDF Invades Rafah; EU Condemns U.S. Senators Standing By Israel Versus ICC

Top stories: 1) IDF troops from the 162nd division invaded eastern Rafah and have since secured full operational control over the Rafah border crossing with Egypt. 2) After initially announcing the postponement of talks, the Islamist Hamas announces that it accepts an amended outline for a limited hostage release arrangement – effectively pleading for an immediate ceasefire. 3) The European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell condemns a group of U.S. Senators for threatening the ICC over the Court’s reported intention to issue arrest warrants against Israeli officials.