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80% of Gazans Want to Leave; 44,000 Already Exit

5/19/2026

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COGAT survey found 80% of Gaza residents seek info on moving via Rafah or Kerem Shalom.
COGAT said nearly 80% want to leave and 44,000 have exited since October 7.
Only 17.5% prioritized food aid and about 2.5% asked about medical assistance.
About 2,500 left after Rafah reopened in February, many as patients or visa holders.
May 10-14 COGAT delivered 30,000 trucks (440 tons medical gear, WHO meds) and moved 130 Gazans to Jordan.

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Story summary

COGAT survey found 80% of Gaza residents seek info on moving via Rafah or Kerem Shalom.
COGAT said nearly 80% want to leave and 44,000 have exited since October 7.
Only 17.5% prioritized food aid and about 2.5% asked about medical assistance.
About 2,500 left after Rafah reopened in February, many as patients or visa holders.
May 10-14 COGAT delivered 30,000 trucks (440 tons medical gear, WHO meds) and moved 130 Gazans to Jordan.