Israeli troops seized control of Gaza’s vital Rafah border crossing in a limited operation, escalating tensions in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The move cuts off aid flow to Palestinians in Gaza and raises fears of a full-scale invasion. Talks for a cease-fire and hostage release are still ongoing.
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The Egyptian-controlled Rafah crossing is Gaza’s main lifeline to the outside world that is not run by Israel. This article explains the importance and control of the Rafah crossing in Gaza, the role it plays in the conflict, the challenges in delivering aid through the crossing, and the reasons behind the restrictions imposed by Egypt. It also discusses the potential for Gazans to leave the area and the historical context surrounding the displacement of Palestinians in the 1948 war.
