Rafah Crossing Reopening Causes Confusion and Strands Palestinians
The partial reopening of the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt has been marked by confusion and logistical challenges, resulting in fewer Palestinians crossing than anticipated. Initially, it was expected that 150 Palestinians would be allowed to leave Gaza daily, with 50 permitted to enter. However, during the first week, only a fraction of these numbers crossed, with just 12 Palestinians crossing in each direction on the first day and 40 on the second. Many Palestinians, including those medically evacuated to Egypt, were barred from re-entering Gaza despite prior approvals. The crossing process involves multiple security checks by Egyptian forces, the European Union Border Assistance Mission to Rafah (EUBAM), and the Israeli military, leading to long delays and reports of mistreatment. 
