Israel begins deadly airstrikes in Gaza as Rafah border reopens

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The Israeli military launched a series of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip on Saturday. At least 26 people were killed in the attack, according to Gaza’s health ministry. The airstrikes come as Israel is expected to reopen the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt.

Jorge Mitssunaga

January 31, 2026