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Israel to Partially Reopen Gaza's Rafah Crossing March 18

3/16/2026

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On March 15, 2026, Israel announced a partial reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing with Egypt, effective March 18.
The Rafah crossing, Gaza's lifeline, had been closed after a joint attack on Iran.
The Israeli Defense Ministry said movement would be limited to people, coordinated with Egypt and supervised by the European Union.
Rafah had reopened for limited movement on February 2, 2026, after nearly two years of closure.

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On March 15, 2026, Israel announced a partial reopening of Gaza's Rafah crossing with Egypt, effective March 18.
The Rafah crossing, Gaza's lifeline, had been closed after a joint attack on Iran.
The Israeli Defense Ministry said movement would be limited to people, coordinated with Egypt and supervised by the European Union.
Rafah had reopened for limited movement on February 2, 2026, after nearly two years of closure.