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world-news1 year ago•6 min saved

"Gaza Palestinians Pay Thousands to Flee to Egypt"

As the death toll rises in the Gaza Strip and Israel threatens a ground operation, the demand to leave Gaza is soaring, but the only open border for travelers is tightly controlled. Palestinians are paying thousands of dollars to an Egyptian company, Hala Consulting and Tourism, to secure passage through Egypt's Rafah border crossing. The fees, which have skyrocketed during the war, are a financial burden for most families in Gaza, and the process is complicated and murky. The high fees also reflect Egypt's policy on absorbing Palestinians during the war, as it struggles economically and aims to prevent mass displacement and the entry of Islamist militants.

via NPR|

#egypt #gaza #hala-consulting-and-tourism

conflictwar2 years ago•0 min saved

"Foreign Nationals to Exit Gaza as Israeli Troops Advance: U.N. Condemns Refugee Camp Attacks"

Hundreds of foreign nationals, including 400 Americans, are set to leave Gaza via the Rafah border crossing to Egypt, following a list released by Gaza's border authority. The United Nations has condemned Israeli airstrikes on the Jabalya refugee camp, stating that they may constitute war crimes. The strikes have resulted in numerous casualties, with Israel claiming they targeted Hamas operatives and infrastructure.

via The Washington Post|

#airstrikes #conflictwar #gaza

international-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

Rafah Border Crossing: Scenes of Chaos and Hope Amidst Israel-Hamas War

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has opened for the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel, allowing a group of foreign passport holders, including wounded individuals and aid workers, to leave Gaza and enter Egypt. This is the only land crossing not controlled by Israel, and approximately 500 foreign or dual nationals are expected to be allowed to leave Gaza on Wednesday. Photos show Palestinians waiting to cross into Egypt, ambulances evacuating critically injured people, and crowds gathering at the terminal.

via NPR|

#egypt #foreign-passport-holders #gaza

world2 years ago•3 min saved

Foreigners Evacuated from Gaza as Rafah Border Crossing Opens

The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has opened for the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel, allowing hundreds of foreign passport holders and the wounded to leave the war-torn territory. A list of approved foreign passport holders has been released, including at least five Americans, but it remains uncertain how many of the 400 American citizens stuck in Gaza will be able to cross. Qatar mediated an agreement between Egypt, Israel, and Hamas to allow limited evacuations, and ambulances carrying wounded Palestinians have already begun crossing into Egypt.

via CBS News|

#egypt #evacuation #gaza

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Google Maps and Waze disable live traffic data in Israel and Gaza amid controversy

Fake placenames with anti-Israel messages have flooded Google Maps' depiction of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt. Cyber activists took advantage of a feature on Google Maps that allows users to create and contribute information about businesses and landmarks. Dozens of anti-Israel placenames were found in Arabic and English, including offensive messages. Google has disabled its live traffic data in Israel and Gaza, but it is unclear if this action is related to the targeting of Google Maps. The company is actively reviewing and removing policy-violating content. Cyber vandalism is a politically agnostic form of hacktivism that can be carried out anonymously.

via CNN|

#anti-israel-messages #cyber-vandalism #google-maps

humanitarian-aid2 years ago•2 min saved

"Steady Stream of Aid Reaches Gaza with Second Delivery"

Humanitarian aid continues to enter Gaza through the Rafah border crossing, with a second convoy of fourteen trucks arriving on Sunday. The aid includes food, water, and medical supplies, but more is needed to address the dire needs of the 2 million people in Gaza. The blockade on aid was recently negotiated, following Hamas' attack on Israel. UN officials estimate that Gaza would require 100 trucks daily to meet urgent needs. The continuous flow of aid is expected to increase throughout the week.

via Forbes|

#aid-delivery #gaza #hamas

humanitarian-aid2 years ago•2 min saved

Rafah Border Crossing: Aid Trucks Enter Gaza Strip Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict

The first humanitarian aid convoy since the outbreak of war in Gaza has entered the besieged territory through the Rafah border crossing from Egypt. The convoy, consisting of 20 trucks, includes life-saving supplies that will be received by the Palestinian Red Crescent. The United Nations has emphasized the urgent need for sustained and scaled-up aid delivery, as the humanitarian situation in Gaza has reached catastrophic levels. Israel has imposed a total blockade and airstrikes on Gaza, demanding the release of hostages taken by Hamas before allowing aid to enter from its territory.

via Reuters|

#aid-convoy #gaza-strip #hamas

humanitarian-crisis2 years ago•1 min saved

Limited Aid Trucks Cross Rafah Border as Israel-Egypt Deal Keeps Crossing Shut

The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza has opened to allow a small convoy of 20 aid trucks carrying medicine and food supplies into the Gaza Strip, which is facing a dire humanitarian crisis due to an Israeli siege. However, experts say that more aid is needed as the current amount is insufficient to address the catastrophic medical conditions and shortages of food, water, and fuel in Gaza.

via Al Jazeera English|

#aid #egypt #gaza

international-affairs2 years ago•4 min saved

Gaza's Lifeline: Rafah Crossing to Open, Easing Aid and Refugee Crisis

The Rafah border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt, once seen as a beacon of hope for Palestinians, has become a symbol of disappointment and struggle. While it remains closed, it has the potential to serve as a lifeline for foreign passport holders to leave Gaza and for humanitarian supplies to enter. However, Egypt has often made it difficult for Gazans to pass through, and Israel has dismissed reports of allowing aid to come in from Egypt, citing concerns that it would be used by Hamas. With the Mideast crisis worsening, the possibility of large numbers of Palestinians wanting to exit Gaza raises concerns about their ability to return and Egypt's reluctance to accept a flood of refugees.

via NPR|

#egypt #gaza-strip #humanitarian-crisis

international-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rafah Border Crossing: Americans in Gaza Seek Escape from War"

Americans stuck in Gaza during the ongoing conflict are facing difficulties in escaping the war due to limited options and lack of assistance from the U.S. government. The Rafah border crossing, the only hope for evacuation, poses challenges with security checks and chaotic conditions on the Egyptian side. The State Department's messaging has been criticized for being more focused on evacuating Americans in Israel, leaving those in Gaza feeling neglected. Palestinian Americans also express frustration, feeling like second-class citizens and lacking prioritization from the U.S. government. The situation is emotionally taxing for families trying to escape, as it means leaving loved ones behind.

via NBC News|

#americans #egypt #gaza

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

Ceasefire Agreement Reached to Reopen Rafah Border Crossing, Despite Denials

Egypt, Israel, and the U.S. reportedly agreed to a ceasefire in southern Gaza, coinciding with the re-opening of the Rafah border crossing to allow aid and evacuations of foreigners. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denied the agreement, stating that there is currently no truce or humanitarian aid in Gaza in exchange for evacuating foreigners. The duration of the ceasefire is unclear, but the Egyptian sources mentioned it would last for several hours. Aid trucks are still waiting at the border, and the situation remains fluid and unpredictable.

via Reuters|

#ceasefire #egypt #gaza

international-relations2 years ago•19 min saved

"Israel-Hamas war: Gaza aid crossing to open, fuel supply secured, and urgent plea for citizens to relocate"

The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza is set to reopen to allow humanitarian aid in, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The reopening comes after a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The exact details of the reopening have not been specified, but reports suggest it will open for several hours on Monday. Meanwhile, Gaza hospitals are running out of fuel, with only 24 hours left, according to the UN. The situation in Gaza is described as an "unprecedented human catastrophe" by the head of the UN agency supporting Palestinian refugees.

via The Guardian|

#ceasefire #gaza #humanitarian-aid

international-affairs2 years ago•2 min saved

"Britons on standby as Rafah border crossing may open in Gaza"

British nationals in Gaza have been advised to be prepared in case the Rafah border crossing into Egypt opens, as it is currently the only route out of the territory. The Israeli government has instructed civilians in Gaza's north to move south ahead of a planned ground offensive against Hamas. The UK government is working with Egyptian authorities to arrange for British nationals and their families to leave Gaza via Rafah. The US government has also been collaborating with Egypt, Israel, and Qatar to potentially open the crossing for a limited time. Multiple government-chartered flights have already departed Israel with British nationals, and more are expected in the coming days. King Abdullah of Jordan will meet with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to discuss the conflict and seek international support to stop the war on Gaza.

via BBC.com|

#british-nationals #gaza #hamas