UPDATED August 2026
Rafah Crossing Map
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The Rafah border crossing sits at the southernmost tip of the Gaza Strip along the 14-kilometer border with Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. It lies just south of the city of Rafah and serves as the sole non-Israeli border terminal connecting Gaza directly to Egyptian territory.
Why Rafah Crossing matters right now
Over 10,000 travelers have crossed under the renewed monitoring mandate of the European Union Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM Rafah).
Humanitarian aid cargo remains largely blocked from crossing directly through Rafah, forcing supply convoys to divert to the Kerem Shalom terminal for Israeli military screening. With over 58% of Gaza under Israeli security control, diplomatic negotiations continue over whether a 15-member Palestinian technocratic committee will take over day-to-day administrative management of the terminal.
Watch the field reporting below as the map tracks the Rafah terminal and its surrounding border corridor
Gaza: What to expect from the reopening of Rafah crossing by Israel? • FRANCE 24 English
Details the initial pilot phase limiting movement to 150 daily pedestrian crossings while Israeli forces hold outer security positions
Gaza's Rafah border crossing to remain closed to humanitarian aid but to reopen for pedestrians
Highlights the 300,000 displaced Gazans in Egypt and concerns over long-term demographic displacement through strict exit and entry limits
Israel closes Gaza border crossings
Documents the earlier complete shutdown of Gaza border terminals and the resulting cutoff of commercial goods and aid
FAQ
Who controls the Rafah crossing right now
Israel maintains military oversight of the perimeter following its 2024 operations. Daily passenger terminal checks are monitored on the ground by EUBAM personnel alongside Egyptian authorities.
Can humanitarian aid trucks enter Gaza through Rafah
No, commercial trucks and direct aid cargo remain barred at the main Rafah gate. Convoys must divert to the Kerem Shalom border post further south for Israeli security inspections before entering Gaza.
How many people are allowed through Rafah each day
Daily traffic is capped between 50 and 150 vetted individuals. Priority is given to emergency medical cases, foreign passport holders, and pre-approved returnees.
What is the role of the EUBAM mission at Rafah
EUBAM Rafah acts as an international third-party monitor to verify travel documents and support civilian border management. Its operational mandate has been extended to mid-2027.
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