Gaza: Limited Rafah crossing reopening sparks hope – but also ‘massive trepidation’

Feb 3, 2026 - 00:00
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Gaza: Limited Rafah crossing reopening sparks hope – but also ‘massive trepidation’
The sole border point with Egypt is a lifeline to the world – including for thousands of severely ill or injured Palestinians who require medical treatment outside the enclave, where last October’s fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold.  The development comes, however, following reports of violence over the weekend, with the UN voicing concern over the killing of civilians and Israeli airstrikes.  ‘Competing dynamics’  “As we have seen so many times throughout this conflict, we’re seeing really […]