Egypt opened its border to Gaza’s dwellers
24/07/2012 13:02

Egypt opened its border to Gaza’s dwellers

Egypt is allowing freer temporary entry for Palestinians in an unprecedented move that eases long-imposed travel restrictions, particularly on Gazans, the National reports.

The decision has caused confusion among Egypt's security agencies - and brought some resistance.

Some officers at the airport refused to implement the measures, an airport official said - a sign of how deeply some in the security forces view the Palestinians as a potential threat. 

Egypt opened its border to Gaza’s dwellers