UN welcomes reopening of Rafah crossing, calls for expanding scope of aid
Summary
The United Nations has welcomed the reopening of the Rafah crossing, emphasizing the need to facilitate safe civilian movement and increase humanitarian aid access to Gaza.
Key Points
- The UN welcomed the reopening of the Rafah crossing.
- The crossing allows civilians to leave and return to Gaza voluntarily and safely.
- Humanitarian aid must be allowed into Gaza with minimal obstacles through Rafah and other crossings.
- Further action is needed to increase and expand humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip safely and sustainably.
