Gaza’s key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens

(Hafsa Khalil – BBC) Palestinians have started to enter the Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt after it reopened for the movement of people. The crossing has largely been closed since May 2024, when the Palestinian side was captured by Israeli forces. The long-delayed reopening is a key part of the first stage of US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas, which began in October. Only dozens of people will be able to cross in both directions each day. Humanitarian aid and commercial goods will still not be allowed through.

Gaza’s key Rafah border crossing with Egypt reopens