The Latest Breaking News from Egypt

Israeli strikes across the Strip resulted in the deaths of at least 24 people, according to health officials, as both sides accuse each other of violating the ceasefire.

This is the moment a huge sinkhole opened up in Egypt, swallowing a petrol station with customers inside.

Emotional reunions in Gaza as Rafah crossing partially reopens, allowing limited medical evacuations and family returns after months of pressure.

The Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened on 2 February 2026, after nearly two years, allowing limited humanitarian aid and enabling Palestinians to return.

Officials say up to 50 Palestinians are allowed to cross daily on both sides, in addition to 50 patients seeking medical attention.

Only a few people will be allowed to cross in either direction daily

Egyptian and Israeli security officials say Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt has reopened for limited traffic, a key step as the ceasefire moves ahead

Qatar, Turkey and Egypt are trying to broker talks

Israel has announced it is partially reopening the Rafah crossing between the devastated Gaza Strip and Egypt following months of urging from humanitarian organisations, although the initial access will be limited to the movement of people. Rafah is considered a key entry point for supplies into the Palestinian territory, where…