Who moves, who stays, who controls? Inside Rafah crossing’s opening
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- Gaza residents face tight restrictions, with only 150 allowed to leave daily.
- 'Israeli' security supervises departures; EU-monitored Palestinian staff operate the crossing.
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopens Monday in both directions under strict rules. 'Israel' has set up a new corridor to screen incoming travelers.
Who can leave?
Only Gaza residents are allowed to exit at this stage, with a daily capacity of around 150–200 people. 'Israeli' authorities pre-approve departure lists, which the EU mission operating the crossing forwards to Egypt for final approval.
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Who can enter?
Egypt submits daily lists of 50 Palestinians seeking entry. After security checks, entry is allowed the next day. Those who left Gaza during the war can return with Egyptian coordination and 'Israeli' security approval. Initial screening is handled by EU staff, followed by checks at 'Israeli'-controlled points.
Who manages the crossing?
The corridor, named "Rigavim," is controlled by 'Israeli' security using pre-approved lists. Palestinian teams run daily operations under European supervision. A technocratic committee, the National Committee for Gaza Management, is expected to enter Gaza through Rafah in the coming days.
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Criticism over restrictions
The procedures have sparked criticism as more than 22,000 patients need urgent medical care outside Gaza. With only 150 allowed to leave daily, processing all patients could take about five months.
Reopening focuses on individual movement, not essential supplies. Gaza requires at least 600 aid trucks daily. Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem warned that any 'Israeli' obstruction of Rafah would violate the ceasefire and urged mediators to monitor the crossing.
