After almost two years closed, the prospect of reopening the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt has stirred deep emotions among displaced Palestinians, people needing medical care abroad, and relatives longing to reunite.
For years, the Rafah crossing was the only way in or out of Gaza not controlled by Israel, making it a symbol of hope and connection for Palestinians. But Israeli troops occupied the Gaza side of the border in 2024, allowing few people out, and leaving some Palestinians stranded abroad.
The Israeli government said on Su
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