Rafah Border Reopens, Allowing Limited Gaza-Egypt Medical Evacuations

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened after a two-day closure, permitting a limited number of Palestinians to travel for medical evacuations (17 evacuees and 27 companions crossing to Egypt, with the same number expected to return). Crossings remain tightly controlled under a brokered deal, with about 50 people allowed to return to Gaza and 50 medical patients leaving per day, amid ongoing U.S.-backed ceasefire talks and Hamas-Israel negotiations. Reports highlighted delays and screening procedures, while EU-led border oversight and continued discussions on security and disarmament framed the broader context.