Hundreds of Egyptian aid trucks poised to enter Gaza as ceasefire takes hold
Egypt has announced the opening of its Rafah border crossing with Gaza to facilitate the delivery of much-needed humanitarian aid, following the implementation of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas on Sunday. The Rafah crossing, Gaza’s primary link to the outside world, has remained closed since Israel’s military assumed control of Palestine in May.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized Cairo’s commitment to delivering substantial aid to the region, stating that efforts are underway to “mobilize the biggest amount of aid into the Gaza Strip.” According to Africa News, Abdelatty revealed that an agreement has been reached to allow 600 trucks to enter Gaza daily, including 50 fuel trucks. He further highlighted the urgent need to prioritize the northern part of the enclave, where conditions are described as “worse and more disastrous” compared to other areas.
In preparation for the border reopening, an Israeli military delegation and representatives from Shin Bet, Israel’s internal security agency, traveled to Cairo on Friday for discussions with Egyptian officials. Since then, hundreds of aid vehicles carrying essential supplies such as medicine, food, and water have been lined up on the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, awaiting entry into Gaza.
This development marks a critical step in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as international efforts continue to stabilize the region and provide relief to its residents.
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