Rafah reopening offers lifeline for patients, but aid flow still far from enough

UN News Middle East · February 3, 2026 General

The partial reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt has allowed a small number of people to leave and return to the Strip – including critically ill patients – but the UN has warned that far more is needed for the crossing to function as a genuine humanitarian lifeline.

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