Rafah Crossing Opens Briefly for Aid Trucks to Gaza
The Rafah crossing has swung open, allowing trucks to enter Gaza from Egypt in a rare lifeline amid the crisis. Live footage shows around 20 trucks rolling through, laden with essential supplies like food, water, and medicine. But fuel remains off the approved list.
Only 40 Minutes to Get Aid Through
The US embassy in Israel says the crossing will stay open only until 10:00 local time—giving drivers a tight 40-minute window to deliver aid into the blockaded territory.
Hundreds of Trucks Stuck, Other Crossings Shut
- About 175 trucks packed with lifesaving supplies remain stranded on Egypt’s side, waiting for clearance.
- This crossing is the *only* one Israel has allowed for humanitarian aid into Gaza.
- All other border points, including Erez and Kerem Shalom, remain firmly closed by Israeli forces.
This fleeting opening could be a vital boost for stranded Palestinians relying on emergency aid — if the trucks can make it in time.
