Rafah Crossing to Reopen with Israeli Oversight

Israel plans to oversee the Rafah border crossing through remote monitoring and advanced screening, set to reopen next week. Israeli authorities will review travelers and inspect electronic devices, with troops stationed nearby to prevent weapon smuggling. The European Union Border Assistance Mission and Palestinian Authority intelligence will patrol the crossing. UN Special Coordinator Nikolay Mladenov confirmed an agreement for two-way movement between Gaza and Egypt, marking a significant diplomatic effort.

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