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Briefing: To return to Gaza, Palestinian refugees first have to face Israeli-backed militias

Strategic angle: Israel is reopening the Rafah border crossing, but challenges remain for Palestinian refugees.

by Editorial Staff|Mar 18, 2026|1 MIN READ|WORLD

Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt to reopen.

Partial opening occurred on February 2 as part of a peace plan.

Israeli authorities have faced criticism over border policies.