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Rafah Border Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt Set to Reopen Next Week

Gaza’s main gateway to Egypt will open both ways under a new truce plan unveiled in Davos.

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Rafah Border Crossing Between Gaza and Egypt Set to Reopen Next Week

After months of closure, the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to reopen in both directions next week, offering a rare sense of movement—and hope—for people in the enclave.

The announcement was made on Thursday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, during the launch of US President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace.

A Major Shift at Gaza’s Only Exit

Ali Shaath, Gaza’s newly appointed administrator, confirmed the reopening, calling Rafah more than just a checkpoint.

“For Palestinians in Gaza, Rafah is a lifeline,” Shaath said, adding that reopening it means Gaza is no longer cut off from the future—or the world.

Rafah is Gaza’s only crossing not controlled by Israel, making it a critical route for travel, aid, and medical access.

Part of Trump’s Gaza Truce Plan

The move is tied to a truce plan announced by Trump in October, which included easing restrictions on Gaza. While the plan has been on the table for months, Rafah had remained closed—until now.

Shaath also revealed he will lead a 15-member committee of Palestinian technocrats tasked with running Gaza’s day-to-day affairs as part of the agreement.

What This Means on the Ground

For residents, the reopening could mean access to medical treatment abroad, family reunions, and a restart of limited travel after prolonged isolation.

While challenges remain, the Rafah reopening marks one of the clearest signs yet of change under the new truce framework.

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