Palestinians return to Gaza after limited Rafah crossing reopening

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete February 3, 2026 at 09:07 AM

Palestinians return to Gaza after limited Rafah crossing reopening

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Palestinians have reunited with loved ones in Gaza after Israel allowed a partial reopening of the Rafah border crossing. A bus carrying 12 Palestinians completed the crossing after a 20-hour journey and obstruction by Israeli authorities. The limited reopening occurred on February 3, 2026. The bus traveled from Egypt to Gaza through the reopened crossing. The reunion was facilitated by the Israeli government's decision to permit the partial opening of the border. The event marked a rare instance of increased movement between Gaza and Egypt.

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Israeli authorities 60% Israel 70% Gaza ×280% Rafah ×285% Palestinians ×390%

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rafah crossing 100% gaza 90% palestinians 90% border crossing 70% reopening 60% israeli authorities 50% obstruction 40%

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Rafah

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