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Rafah Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt Reopens

Published March 19, 2026, 10:18
Rafah Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt Reopens

The Rafah crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt reopened today, for the first time since February 28th, when it was closed by Israel. The reopening of the crossing allows the entry and exit of people and goods, including Palestinian patients who need medical care in Egypt and individuals returning to Gaza. The news was reported by Egyptian state media, which also released aerial images showing movement at the crossing.