May 7, 2024

Thousands forced to flee as Israeli military offensive intensifies and aid is blocked in Rafah

Rafah

Humanitarian access
MSF bearing witness
Population displacements

The Israeli army begins its offensive in Rafah and takes control of the border with Egypt, effectively interrupting the delivery of vital aid to Gaza. As thousands of Palestinians flee to the east of Rafah following Israeli evacuation orders, MSF calls for the protection of civilians and the reopening of the Rafah border crossing.

Thousands forced to flee as Israeli military offensive intensifies and aid is blocked in Rafah