Israel to reopen Rafah crossing on a ‘limited basis’

Published January 25, 2026 5:30pm ET



Israel has agreed to reopen the Rafah crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt, which is a key part of the second phase of the ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security Cabinet for discussions on the crossing point earlier on Sunday. His office announced hours after that it would be reopened on a “limited basis.”

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