Rafah crossing to open next week: Palestinian official

Home

China

World

Politics

Business

Sci-Tech

Health

Opinions

Video

Live

Radio

World Asia-Pacific Middle East Europe Americas Africa

By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies, revised Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. You can change your cookie settings through your browser.

I agree

Members of the Egyptian Red Crescent stand in front of the Rafah crossing on January 2, 2026, in Rafah, Egypt. /VCG

The Rafah border crossing between Egypt and the Gaza Strip is expected to reopen in both directions next week, a key Palestinian official said on Thursday.

The announcement was made by Ali Shaath, the Palestinian technocrat heading the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.

"I am pleased to announce the Rafah crossing will open next week in both directions. For Palestinians in Gaza, Rafah is more than a gate. It is a lifeline and symbol of opportunity," Shaath said.

"Opening Rafah signals that Gaza is no longer closed to the future and the world," Shaath added.

The reopening of the crossing is part of the Gaza truce plan announced by US President Donald Trump in October, but it has remained closed so far.

There was no immediate comment from Israel, which has controlled the Rafah crossing since 2024.

Source(s): AFP ,Reuters

Open in CGTN APP for better experience

Search Trends