Rafah crossing will reopen for people returning to Gaza, says Palestinian embassy in Egypt
Summary
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to reopen on Monday for people returning to Gaza. Despite this reopening, the crossing will remain closed for those wishing to leave Gaza. Meanwhile, the ongoing ceasefire has allowed for the retrieval of bodies in Gaza, with the Palestinian casualty toll rising above 68,000 according to Gaza's Health Ministry.Key Facts
- The Rafah border crossing is opening for people going back to Gaza but remains closed for those leaving.
- Israel took control of the Gaza side of Rafah in May 2024.
- The ceasefire has been in place for over a week, allowing efforts to find bodies in Gaza.
- The Palestinian casualty count is reported to be over 68,000 by Gaza's Health Ministry.
- Israel returned 15 Palestinian bodies to Gaza on Saturday, bringing the total to 135.
- Hamas-led militants killed about 1,200 people in an attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023.
- President Trump warned Israel might resume warfare if Hamas does not return all hostages as agreed.
- Hamas has claimed that Israel is violating the ceasefire, alleging that 38 Palestinians have been killed since it started.
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