The Government Media Office in Gaza denies reports about the closure of the Rafah border crossing following the end of the temporary truce.
The Government Media Office in Gaza has refuted circulating reports about the closure of the Rafah border crossing following the end of the temporary truce and the resumption of the Israeli aggression on the Strip, affirming that the crossing is operating normally this Saturday.
The government’s denial follows outlets claiming a “complete closure of the [border] crossing, its evacuation from both sides, and the withdrawal of trucks present on the Egyptian side.”
Rafah has served as the sole entry point for aid into Gaza since “Israel” initiated a complete siege on October 7 and launched a streak of attacks on roads and routes connecting the passage point into the Strip.
Reuters, citing security sources and aid organizations, reported earlier a halt in the entry of aid and fuel trucks into Gaza via the crossing following the resumption of the Israeli aggression and intense strikes on Palestinian territory near the Rafah entry point.
Additionally, the Palestinian Red Crescent also reported that the Israeli occupation prevented the entry of aid through the Rafah land crossing after the end of the ceasefire.
The head of Egypt’s State Information Service (SIS) stated, “Egypt deeply regrets the breaking of the temporary truce in the Gaza Strip and is currently exerting maximum efforts with partners to return to the ceasefire as soon as possible.”
Source: Almayadeen
