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Israel will reopen Gaza's border crossing with Egypt on Sunday after nearly two-year closure

Israel will reopen Gaza's border crossing with Egypt on Sunday after nearly two-year closure

Summary

Israel announced that it will reopen the border crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Sunday. This reopening is part of President Donald Trump's plan for peace in the region. Only a limited number of people will be allowed to cross at first.

Key Facts

  • Israel will reopen the Rafah border crossing with Egypt on Sunday.
  • This crossing has been closed for nearly two years.
  • The reopening is connected to President Trump's ceasefire plan for Gaza.
  • The Rafah crossing is the main route for Gazans to travel outside.
  • Israel's COGAT agency oversees aid coordination to Gaza.
  • Prime Minister Netanyahu and Palestinian leader Ali Shaath discussed the reopening.
  • "Limited movement of people" will be allowed through the crossing initially.

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