Rafah crossing to reopen for Gaza residents under security clearance: 'Israeli' media

The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to reopen in the coming days, allowing residents to leave the Gaza Strip after obtaining security approval from 'Israeli' authorities, according to an announcement reported in 'Israeli' media on Wednesday.

The reopening is part of a joint coordination mechanism with Egypt, supervised by the European Union mission, mirroring procedures followed earlier in January 2025. The European mission will monitor the movement of people, while Egypt continues to manage the crossing on its side.

Authorities stressed that exit will be conditional upon clearance from the 'Israeli' government, ensuring that only approved residents can pass. This measure comes amid unresolved issues from the first phase of the ceasefire agreement, particularly the management of crossings and the facilitation of humanitarian aid, which remain points of negotiation among the parties involved.

Thousands of patients, students, and ordinary residents have been awaiting the reopening, as the Rafah crossing has served as one of the few passages out of Gaza during months of closure.