A small number of Palestinians from Gaza have started crossing into Egypt for medical treatment after Israel allowed a limited reopening of the Rafah border crossing. It had been largely closed since Israeli troops seized it in May 2024, cutting off a critical lifeline for those in Gaza. Lucy Hough speaks to chief Middle East correspondent Emma Graham-Harrison

Key Rafah border crossing with Egypt to be reopened after nearly two years for only 'limited movement of people'.

Key Rafah border with Egypt reopens after nearly two years for 'limited movement of people' during security trial.