In a bid to alleviate the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, thousands of tons of Egyptian aid crossed the Rafah border crossing on Sunday, heading toward Karm Abu Salem Crossing for entry into the besieged Palestinian enclave.
Long convoys of aid trucks, loaded with food supplies and essential goods—most notably flour, a critical staple for Palestinian families—lined up on the Egyptian side of Rafah in a scene that has become increasingly rare amid months of conflict and access restrictions.
The delivery comes after a prolonged suspension of humanitarian access, with Egypt stepping up diplomatic and logistical efforts to break the deadlock. Despite ongoing hostilities and tightened Israeli restrictions, Cairo has succeeded in reviving the humanitarian corridor, enabling the flow of life-saving assistance to resume.
“This is a direct result of intensified Egyptian efforts on both the political and operational levels,” officials said, highlighting that Egypt continues to play a central role in coordinating aid through the Rafah logistical hub.
While the current volume of aid falls short of meeting Gaza’s overwhelming needs, officials confirm that thousands more trucks are on standby, ready to enter in the coming days. Egyptian authorities remain fully mobilized, aiming to maintain a steady flow of supplies to ease the strain on civilians.
Egypt’s move reflects its longstanding commitment to the Palestinian cause, pursuing a dual-track approach that combines humanitarian relief with political mediation efforts. The initiative also reinforces Cairo’s rejection of attempts to alter the status quo or impose unilateral measures on the ground.
As Israel continues to impose a strict blockade and bears legal and moral responsibility as the occupying power, Egypt’s actions have drawn international attention as a rare and sustained effort to address the growing humanitarian emergency in Gaza.
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