Cairo, February 2, 2025 – In a significant development, the Rafah border crossing witnessed the passage of fifty injured Palestinians, accompanied by fifty-three individuals, from the Gaza Strip to Egypt on Saturday for urgent medical treatment. This marked the arrival of the first batch of Palestinians requiring medical care, as part of an ongoing effort to assist those affected by the ongoing crisis in Gaza. The move was confirmed by an Egyptian official stationed at the crossing, who provided the details to the Middle East News Agency (MENA).
The injured individuals, who had endured serious injuries as a result of the conflict in Gaza, were transferred to hospitals in Egypt for specialized medical attention that is unavailable in Gaza due to the strained healthcare infrastructure. This operation reflects the Egyptian government’s commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in need of urgent medical care.
The Egyptian official also emphasized that efforts are continuing to evacuate as many injured Palestinians and patients as possible in the coming days. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to provide critical medical support to the people of Gaza, who have faced immense challenges in accessing life-saving care due to the ongoing blockade and conflict.
The Rafah crossing, which serves as the main gateway between Gaza and Egypt, has become a vital lifeline for many seeking medical treatment, as well as for the delivery of humanitarian aid. With ongoing coordination between Egyptian authorities and international organizations, the aim is to ensure that more injured individuals can receive the necessary medical care to save lives and alleviate suffering in the region.
As the situation continues to unfold, Egypt remains an important partner in addressing the humanitarian needs of the Palestinian people, with an increasing number of evacuees expected to pass through the Rafah crossing in the coming weeks as part of these critical medical evacuation efforts.