health
February 4, 2026
First group of Palestinians returns to Gaza from Egypt
The number of people was not specified

TL;DR
- First group of Palestinians returns to Gaza from Egypt after medical treatment.
- Entry to Gaza occurred via the Rafah crossing.
- WHO vehicles escorted the group to Khan Yunis.
- Passengers will undergo medical examinations.
- Rafah crossing had only been operational for exits from Gaza since October 2023 conflict escalation.
- Humanitarian aid trucks were permitted entry prior to this.
- Humanitarian cargoes also reached Gaza via Kerem Shalom and El-Aouga crossings throughout 2025 after Israeli military checks.
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