June 08, 2026
Israel moves to reopen Rafah crossing after meeting
Rafah opening is required under Israel-Hamas truce deal
The crossing has remained under Israeli control since May 2024
Before the war, the Rafah border crossing with Egypt was the only direct exit point for most Gazans to reach the outside world
A row over the return of hostages’ bodies held by Hamas retains the potential to upend the truce
Post-war Gaza reconstruction is expected to cost billions.
Israeli officials says flow of aid into the Palestinian enclave will be reduced
