Die historischen und rechtlichen Grundlagen der ägyptischen Beziehungen zum Gaza-Streifen
Following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, negotiations revolve around securing the Egyptian border to the Gaza Strip. Up until now, Egypt has insisted on a position which allows neither foreign troops on Egyptian soil nor Egyptian engagement in Palestinian territory. Cairo justifies this policy with a legal position which, although plausible, is politically unproductive. This country report explains and analyzes the background. (in German)