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UN condemns Hamas checkpoint detaining 100 Gaza patients

7/2/2026

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UN condemned a Hamas checkpoint that detained over 100 Gaza patients for over an hour before they crossed Kerem Shalom for treatment abroad.
The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories confirmed the hour-long delay at the checkpoint.
Israel has evacuated about 50,000 Gaza residents, mainly patients and companions, to third countries since the war began.
Rafah crossing stayed open with 4,100 entries and 4,400 exits during the ceasefire.

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UN condemned a Hamas checkpoint that detained over 100 Gaza patients for over an hour before they crossed Kerem Shalom for treatment abroad.
The Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories confirmed the hour-long delay at the checkpoint.
Israel has evacuated about 50,000 Gaza residents, mainly patients and companions, to third countries since the war began.
Rafah crossing stayed open with 4,100 entries and 4,400 exits during the ceasefire.