Jerusalem —Gaza’s only border crossing with Egypt reopened partially on Monday morning after Israel closed it nearly two years ago, according to an Israeli security official, allowing a small number of Palestinians to enter and leave the war-torn enclave. CNN previously reported that a total of 150 Palestinians would be allowed to leave Gaza through the crossing each day, but only 50 would be allowed to enter. Nearly 1,300 people have died after being forced to wait to leave Gaza for treatment, the ministry said. Before Israel shut the crossing, some Palestinians had reported paying thousands of dollars when it was open, which few can afford. But Israel refused to open the crossing until the return of all living and deceased hostages.

Source: CNN February 02, 2026 16:38 UTC