How important is the reopening of Gaza’s Rafah crossing?

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The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened after being closed for months due to the conflict in the Gaza Strip. The reopening, part of a US-brokered ceasefire, raised hopes for easing the humanitarian crisis. However, Israel has imposed strict conditions on movement, primarily allowing medical evacuations. While some people can now move in both directions, much-needed humanitarian aid and construction materials remain blocked from entering Gaza. Experts question whether the reopening will significantly alleviate the suffering of Palestinians, given the restrictions and the extensive damage in Gaza. The discussion involves perspectives from a former Egyptian foreign minister, a medical care CEO, and a political analyst. The report was published on February 2, 2026.

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Only a small number of people are allowed to move in both directions, mainly for medical evacuations.

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Israel has set strict conditions on who can leave and enter Gaza.

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Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened after months of closure.

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Much-needed humanitarian aid and construction materials are still barred from entering the Strip.

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The Rafah border crossing is once again operational as part of the US-brokered ‘ceasefire’.

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Inside StoryThe Rafah border crossing is once again operational as part of the US-brokered ‘ceasefire’.The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has finally reopened after months of closure as a result of Israel’s devastating war on the Gaza Strip.Hopes were running high that the freedom of movement would ease the dire humanitarian crisis created by this war.But Israel has set strict conditions on who can leave the Strip and who can enter.Now, only a small number of people are allowed to move in both directions – mainly for medical evacuations.But much-needed humanitarian aid and construction materials are still barred from entering the Strip, which is in ruins.Will this reopening ease the suffering of Palestinians after two years of war?Presenter: Maleen SaeedGuests:Hussein Haridy – Former Egyptian assistant foreign ministerMosab Nasser – CEO of FAJR Global, an organisation that provides medical care, surgical missions and emergency evacuationsAkiva Eldar – Political analyst and contributor to Haaretz newspaperPublished On 2 Feb 2026

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