Slow movement at Gaza border after Israel reopens Rafah crossing
Summary
Israel reopened the Rafah crossing to a limited number of Palestinians for the first time in months as part of a US-brokered ceasefire plan, but strict security checks and ongoing violence continue to affect the region.
Key Points
- Israel reopened the Rafah crossing allowing a trickle of Palestinians to enter and exit Gaza after months of closure.
- The reopening is part of the first phase of a US-brokered ceasefire plan to end the war between Israel and Hamas.
- Strict Israeli security checks have slowed the crossing process, causing delays for Palestinians including hospital patients needing medical care abroad.
- Despite the reopening, Israeli strikes continued in Gaza, killing at least four Palestinians including a child.
