Israel has reopened the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt under a limited pilot operation marking the first partial resumption of movement after a prolonged closure. Officials said the reopening is tightly controlled and focused on humanitarian cases including medical evacuations and the movement of approved personnel.
International aid organizations welcomed the step while stressing that access remains highly restricted and insufficient to meet broader humanitarian needs in Gaza. Egyptian authorities confirmed coordination on security and logistics as part of the pilot arrangement. Residents expressed cautious optimism but noted that commercial traffic and general travel are still largely prohibited.
Diplomatic observers say the reopening reflects mounting international pressure to ease restrictions amid severe humanitarian conditions. Analysts caution that the pilot nature of the move leaves its durability uncertain.
The crossing has long been a critical gateway for Gaza and its status continues to carry significant political and humanitarian implications.
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