Gaza's Rafah crossing to remain closed until further notice, says Netanyahu's office

Netanyahu"s office has announced that the Rafah crossing in Gaza will remain closed until further notice. This decision was communicated on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

The closure of the Rafah crossing is significant as it is one of the main points of entry and exit for individuals and goods between Gaza and Egypt. The reasons for the continued closure have not been specified in the announcement.

For more information on related developments, see previous reports on this situation.

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