Rafah Crossing
Coverage of Rafah Crossing in the Nexus archive.
- I survived the genocide in Gaza, but still carry its scars within me
Ahmed Abu Artema recounts surviving the genocide in Gaza and how daily life in exile still reflects trauma from years of siege, occupation, and resource scarcity. He describes compulsions like overcharging phones and contrasts Gaza's electricity shortages with Europe's abundance, while noting parallels to historical trauma, such as a Dutch woman's food hoarding linked to WWII famine.
- Israel says Kerem Shalom crossing will reopen for 'Gaza aid'
Israel will reopen the Kerem Shalom crossing for humanitarian aid entry into Gaza and the Rafah crossing for limited movement of people. The move follows the closure of crossings after Iranian missile fire.
- Rafah crossing restrictions derail Palestinian student’s academic dreams
A Palestinian medical student's academic aspirations are jeopardized by education restrictions imposed due to the Gaza war. The Rafah crossing restrictions have disrupted access to education, hindering the student's path to becoming a doctor.