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๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Rafah crossing hostage to escalation in the region.. Israel closes all Palestinian crossings

Israel has announced the closure of all crossings in Palestinian territories, including the Rafah crossing, amidst ongoing military actions involving the U.S. and Iran.

Feb 28 โ€ข 23:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Israel says it has closed the Rafah crossing into the Gaza Strip after attack on Iran

Israel has closed the Rafah crossing into the Gaza Strip following security changes after an attack on Iran, delaying the rotation of humanitarian personnel in Gaza.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Israel: The Rafah Border Crossing Will Be Closed

Israel has announced the closure of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt, claiming it will not impact the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
World

Israel closed the Rafah border crossing in Gaza

Israel has closed several border crossings leading to Gaza, including the Rafah crossing, following military actions in Iran.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Gazans face impossible wait at Rafah crossing to Egypt

Many Gazans face long waits at the Rafah crossing to Egypt despite the recent partial reopening, with only a few dozen allowed to cross daily.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Heartwarming pictures capture joy for Palestinians as families reunited in Gaza

Heartwarming photos depict the reunification of Palestinian families in Gaza after difficult separations due to conflict and security checks.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Despite the Risks and Challenges, Palestinians Insist on Returning to Gaza

Palestinians are determined to return to Gaza despite ongoing dangers and poor living conditions, as demonstrated by the story of a woman who returned after initially fleeing with her sick husband.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Urgent | Hamas: The occupation is committing a blatant violation of the operating mechanisms of the Rafah crossing as stipulated in the ceasefire agreement

Hamas accuses Israeli forces of violating ceasefire agreements regarding the Rafah crossing and mistreating returning citizens.

Feb 16 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Health in Gaza: Slow procedures at Rafah crossing threaten the lives of more than 20,000 patients

The Gaza Ministry of Health reports that the slow procedures at Rafah crossing threaten the lives of over 20,000 patients waiting to receive treatment abroad.

Feb 15 โ€ข 17:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Few are evacuated from Gaza for treatment: "Slow death sentence"

The evacuation of patients from Gaza for medical treatment has been drastically underwhelming, with only an average of 12 patients being allowed to leave per day despite high expectations.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

By the Numbers: The Occupation Manipulates the Number of Travelers through Rafah Crossing

The Israeli occupation is manipulating the number of travelers at the Rafah crossing, failing to adhere to agreed-upon daily limits.

Feb 14 โ€ข 05:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Rafah Crossing: When Opening Tastes Like Closing

The Rafah crossing is a crucial lifeline for Gaza, but its operational restrictions deny effective access to the outside world.

Feb 14 โ€ข 05:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Returnees to Gaza: Mixed Feelings Between Journey's Suffering and Joy of Return

A new group of Palestinians has returned to Gaza through the Rafah crossing, experiencing a mix of suffering from the long journey and joy at returning home after a long absence.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Return of 46 Palestinians to Gaza via Rafah Crossing

Forty-six Palestinians, including women and children, returned to Gaza through the Rafah border crossing from Egypt amid tight Israeli restrictions.

Feb 12 โ€ข 04:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Israel Entrusts Abu Shabab Militia with Inspecting Travelers at Rafah Crossing

Israel has authorized the Abu Shabab militia to inspect travelers at the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt amid ongoing tensions.

Feb 11 โ€ข 22:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

When the Rafah Crossing Opens, I Checked if I Was on the Patients' List. They Said There Are Too Many Like Me

Palestinian patients in Gaza see the Rafah crossing as a crucial gateway to receive medical treatment abroad, with their fates hanging in the balance based on whether they are allowed to cross.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Al Jazeera monitors the arrival of the seventh batch of returnees to Gaza via the Rafah Crossing

Al Jazeera reports the arrival of the seventh group of returnees to Gaza, consisting of 41 individuals, through the Rafah border crossing.

Feb 11 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Five kilometers of militias, investigations, and threats: This is how the return route of Gazans to the Strip looks

The Rafah crossing reopened for limited movement, facilitating the return of Gazans as part of the ceasefire agreement, but the journey involves significant challenges and hardships.

Feb 11 โ€ข 01:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Between numbers and restrictions.. What does the Rafah crossing conceal about the truth of crossing from and to Gaza?

The Rafah border crossing remains a focal point in understanding the restrictions placed on Palestinians, illustrating a complex reality of movement and survival.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Palestinians return to Gaza after long-awaited Rafah reopening

The Rafah border crossing has reopened, allowing Palestinians to return to Gaza after a prolonged closure.

Feb 10 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Five kilometers of militias, investigations, and threats: this is what the return path of Gazans to the Strip looks like

The Rafah crossing, recently opened for limited movement, marks the next phase of a ceasefire agreement as Gazans begin to return to the region.

Feb 10 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Netanyahu's request to replace the 'Palestine' stamp on Rafah passports raises questions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to replace the 'State of Palestine' stamp on Palestinian passports at the Rafah crossing with the phrase 'Council of Peace' has sparked widespread questions and outrage on social media.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

40 Palestinians return to Gaza via Rafah amid strict Israeli restrictions

Forty Palestinians, including women and children, returned to Gaza through the Rafah crossing, facing strict Israeli restrictions on movement as they sought medical treatment.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Arrival of the sixth batch of returnees to Gaza through the Rafah crossing

The sixth batch of Palestinians has returned to Gaza via the Rafah crossing, with 40 individuals being transported to a medical facility for necessary care.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Why does Netanyahu fear the stamp "Palestine" on the passports of travelers through the Rafah crossing?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly considering replacing the "State of Palestine" stamp on Palestinian passports at the Rafah crossing with the phrase "Council of Peace" following security concerns about Palestinian sovereignty.

Feb 9 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

After two days of closure, the Rafah crossing resumes operations for dozens of Palestinians

The Rafah crossing reopened after a two-day halt, allowing dozens of Palestinians to cross into Egypt and return after receiving medical treatment.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Rafah crossing receives fifth batch of Gaza patients crossing to Egypt and returning residents

Rafah crossing has facilitated the transit of the fifth batch of patients from Gaza to Egypt and returning individuals following their treatment.

Feb 8 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

Gaza residents reunite with their families after crossing Rafah checkpoint

Residents of Gaza have reunited with their families after successfully crossing the Rafah checkpoint.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Rafah Border Crossing between Gaza and Egypt Reopens, but Few Have Crossed: Why?

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened, but only a fraction of the expected individuals have managed to cross due to various restrictions and delays.

Feb 8 โ€ข 00:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
World

Border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopens; has been little used due to restrictions

The reopening of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has been met with limited use and significant restrictions amidst ongoing tensions and disagreements.

Feb 7 โ€ข 20:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Drip-feed exits from Rafah for nearly 20,000 Gazans waiting for urgent medical evacuation

The reopening of the Rafah crossing with Egypt offers a glimmer of hope for sick and injured Gazans in need of medical treatment abroad, as over 1,000 have reportedly died waiting for evacuation.

Feb 7 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Egypt: We Will Not Allow the Division of Gaza

Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry emphasized that attempts to divide Gaza are a 'red line' that cannot be accepted, criticizing Israel for hindering Palestinian travel and humanitarian aid through the Rafah crossing.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Opening of Rafah Border: A Glimmer of Hope, Nothing More

The reopening of the Rafah border crossing is seen as a positive development for residents of Gaza, yet ongoing bombings indicate a continuation of the conflict.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Global newspapers: The reopening of the Rafah crossing did not change the reality for Gaza residents

International media reports on various critical issues, focusing on the limited humanitarian gains in Gaza following the reopening of the Rafah crossing amidst ongoing violence and difficult living conditions for residents.

Feb 6 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Despite the exhaustion and Israeli obstacles.. the joy of returnees to the Gaza Strip via the Rafah crossing

Twenty-one Palestinians stranded in Egypt returned to Gaza via the Rafah crossing, experiencing a mix of joy and sorrow due to the obstacles they faced and the destruction back home.

Feb 6 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Palestinians continue to return to the sector and Israel builds military bases in it

The fourth batch of travelers has returned to Gaza through the Rafah crossing, while satellite images reveal new Israeli military bases in Khan Younis and northern Gaza.

Feb 5 โ€ข 22:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Border Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt: Limited Perspective

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened, but medical emergencies still struggle to receive exit approvals as part of a 20-point plan.

Feb 5 โ€ข 18:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

"Humiliating inspections and theft of money"... UN official speaks about violations against returnees to Gaza through Rafah crossing

The UN has expressed concern over reports of humiliating practices and theft against returning Palestinians at the Rafah crossing, coinciding with its reopening for medical evacuations.

Feb 5 โ€ข 18:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

โ€˜They handcuffed and blindfolded usโ€™ โ€“ Palestinian returnee to Gaza

Palestinians returning to Gaza through the Rafah border crossing report facing significant challenges and intimidation from Israeli forces after a prolonged closure of the entry point.

Feb 5 โ€ข 14:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Returnees to Gaza via Rafah Crossing Share Their Suffering with Al Jazeera

A group of Palestinians returning to Gaza through the Rafah crossing after medical treatment outside the region shared their experiences of exhaustion and mistreatment by the Israeli army during their journey.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

American pressure on Israel to allow aid through the Rafah crossing

The United States is pressing Israel to expand operations at the Rafah crossing to facilitate the entry of goods and aid into Gaza, acknowledging that relying solely on the Kerem Shalom crossing complicates reconstruction efforts.

Feb 5 โ€ข 07:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Rafah reopens while planning the 'new Gaza' without the Palestinians

The reopening of the Rafah border crossing, which connects Gaza to Egypt, allows for limited movements of Gazans amidst ongoing conflict and uncertainty about their future.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

Women Crossing Rafah Terminal Report Humiliating Treatment by IDF

Three women returning to Gaza reported humiliating treatment by Israeli soldiers, including blindfolding, handcuffing, and threats during their detention at the Rafah crossing.

Feb 5 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

A third batch of returnees to Gaza through the Rafah crossing

Twenty-five Palestinians returned to Gaza through the Rafah crossing after receiving medical treatment abroad, reporting exhaustion and allegations of mistreatment by the Israeli army during their journey.

Feb 5 โ€ข 00:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

The family paid 700,000 kronor to leave Gaza - now the 23-year-old wants to return

Aboud Saleh, a 23-year-old whose family paid 700,000 kronor to escape the conflict in Gaza, is now seeking to return as more residents are granted permission to leave through the Rafah crossing, although the numbers remain limited.

Feb 4 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Wave of emotion as first Gazans return to their loved ones amid devastation

The first Gazans have returned home through the Rafah Crossing, experiencing profound emotions as they reunite with loved ones amid ongoing devastation from Israeli airstrikes.

Feb 4 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Despite the opening of the Rafah crossing.. Gaza patients are on a waiting list manipulated by the Israeli occupation

Many patients and injured individuals in Gaza are still waiting for treatment due to deliberate delays imposed by the Israeli occupation, despite the reopening of the Rafah crossing.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Israeli strikes kill 18 in Gaza and patient crossings at Rafah halted, Palestinian officials say

Israeli military strikes have killed 18 people in Gaza, including children, while halting the evacuation of patients through the Rafah border crossing, following a shooting incident involving an Israeli reservist.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Israeli attacks kill 18 in Gaza and patient crossing in Rafah is interrupted, Palestinian authorities say

Israeli tank shelling and airstrikes killed 18 people, including four children, in Gaza, while Israel halted the crossing for patients at the Rafah border, according to Palestinian authorities.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:14 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
World

Gaza residents return to Khan Younis after Rafah reopens

Gaza residents returned to Khan Younis following the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing with Egypt, amid long waits and concerns for those still in Gaza.

Feb 4 โ€ข 07:48 UTC

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