Rafah Border Crossing to reopen Thursday following ceasefire agreement

Egyptian media announced on Wednesday that the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will reopen on Thursday following a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and the Israeli Occupation.

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Egyptian news site, Cairo 24, reported that “the Rafah crossing will open on Thursday,” without providing further details about the operational mechanism or the expected duration of the reopening.

The Israeli Occupation had closed the crossing in May last year after a large-scale military operation that swept through the city of Rafah, destroying significant portions of its infrastructure, including the Rafah crossing facilities. The crossing serves as a vital lifeline for Gaza’s residents, allowing the entry of humanitarian aid and the movement of individuals.

A senior UN official stated on Wednesday that increasing the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza will be challenging without robust security arrangements.

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The official, who spoke to Reuters on condition of anonymity, said, “Security is not the responsibility of humanitarian workers, and the current situation is extremely chaotic. Without clear security arrangements, it will be difficult to enhance aid delivery in the near term.”