The Latest Breaking News from Rafah

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…

Gaza’s Rafah border crossing with Egypt is buzzing with activity as limited travel to and from the territory is expected to resume after years of near-complete isolation

Grieving relatives told how they found the bodies of children in the aftermath of Israeli strikes on Saturday

Sick and wounded patients in Gaza desperate for medical evacuation have pinned their hopes on the promised reopening of the enclave's Rafah border crossing with Egypt

The gateway to the world for Palestinians in Gaza — the Rafah border crossing to Egypt — is set to reopen Sunday after being largely shut since it was seized by Israel in May 2024

Although Gaza has four other border crossings, the rest are shared with Israel and only Rafah links the territory with another country.

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt could open within days

Tens of thousands of Palestinians await the reopening of the Rafah crossing into Gaza so they can reunite with family

Israel is marking the end of a painful chapter after the return of the remains of the last hostage held in Gaza

Hamish Falconer called for the passage of both people and materials after Israel announced a limited reopening of the crossing.

Palestinians are eagerly awaiting the reopening of the Rafah border crossing, Gaza’s lifeline to the outside world