By Tomer Zarchin and The Associated Press: Egypt: Gaza crossing will remain shut until Shalit deal reached
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Title: Crossings are open for necessary basic supplies Name: Margie in Tel Aviv City: State: http://theolive-branch.org
for the rest, let them wait until Shalit can enjoy the same privileges at home. http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/995175.htmlIsrael permitted the transfer of basic supplies into the Gaza Strip yesterday through the Sufa and Karni crossings, but those goods not considered to meet humanitarian needs, such as sweeteners, clothing and construction materials, are still not being allowed into the territory. The transfer of goods into the Gaza Strip is part of the cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Egypt, that went into effect last Thursday.