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"Hamas said on Wednesday that Egypt was limiting the number of people allowed to enter the country from Gaza, undermining" the Rafah opening announcement days earlier.
As a result, crossings have "fallen dramatically over the past two days." Egypt said only up to 350 a day could enter. Hamas responded, saying:
"Following the joy that has swept most of our people, movement at the crossing yesterday was disappointing."
On Saturday May 28, 565 entered Egypt (300 in the first hour), 404 on Sunday, and 631 Monday. However, only 227 crossed Tuesday and another 100 by late afternoon Wednesday.
In fact, Egyptian security is refusing entry to many, Hamas saying:
"We have told them we cannot accept the reinstatement of restrictions," including persons wanting to cross needing clearance a day in advance.
On June 1, however, Ma'an News said both sides agreed to limit daily crossings to 400 maximum and release names a day in advance. Students and persons needing medical care will be prioritized. However, 5,000 or more Gazans have been blacklisted for alleged security reasons, an issue still unresolved.
At the same time, Israel's siege remains, Egypt on its side of the border enforcing it illegally. Lebanese authorities also acting lawlessly, declaring a shared Israeli border a closed military zone, preventing a planned June 5 Naksa Day mass march.
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