Is Israel on a collision course with Egypt over control of the Gaza border?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Saturday his intention to control the Philadelphi Corridor, the border area between Egypt and Gaza, to stop weapons from being smuggled to Hamas.

Egypt responded by emphasizing its control over its borders and stated that issues regarding the border are subject to legal and security agreements between the countries.

Multiple reports indicate that Egypt has begun to enforce new security measures on its side of the Philadelphi Corridor.

According to Israeli media (Ynet, Mako), Israel approved increased Egyptian security measures near the border and is organizing its own plans for taking control of the corridor.

Egypt has vehemently rejected Israel's desire to control the corridor and comments made by Israeli officials blaming Egypt for aid blockages in Gaza.

Some Israeli officials claim that Egypt is hindering the flow of aid into Gaza.

Egyptian officials and media contradict this, emphasizing their efforts in facilitating aid and medical treatment for Gazans, repairing entry routes, and denying any closure of the Rafah crossing.