Israel's reopening of Rafah isn't about humanitarian relief — it's about engineering permanent displacement. The crossing facilitates exit while blocking return, creating a one-way demographic shift that prioritizes population control over recovery. This is strategic depopulation disguised as border management, ensuring Gaza loses its people before any peace process even begins.
Reopening Rafah with strict Israeli security oversight protects against Hamas rebuilding while enabling genuine humanitarian aid. Thousands of trucks have entered Gaza, and medical evacuations proceed under coordinated international monitoring. The controlled reopening balances security needs with relief efforts, preventing smuggling networks that fueled past conflicts.
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