Rafah Crossing Partially Reopens After Two Years, Offering Lifeline to Gaza
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News18•01-02-2026, 23:40
Rafah Crossing Partially Reopens After Two Years, Offering Lifeline to Gaza
- •Israel partially reopened the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Sunday after a two-year closure, initially for a trial.
- •The reopening allows limited movement of residents in both directions, with full operations expected to begin on Monday.
- •COGAT, the Israeli military body, stated that entry and exit require coordination with Egypt, Israeli security clearance, and EU supervision.
- •The crossing is crucial for Gaza residents, especially patients like Moustafa Abdel Hadi, who need medical treatment abroad.
- •The reopening aligns with US President Donald Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan and follows the recovery of the last hostage's remains.
Why It Matters: Rafah crossing's partial reopening offers a critical lifeline for Gaza residents after two years of closure.
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