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Israel Moves Gaza Crossing Security Checks to Kerem Shalom to Prevent Smuggling
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First reported by Kan News · Jul 5, 2026
What happened
Israel has relocated Gaza crossing security checks from Rafah to Kerem Shalom to prevent smuggling of unauthorized goods amid increased attempts. Since February, thousands of Gaza residents have crossed to Egypt and back under strict security and EU supervision. The move follows confiscations of cigarettes, electronics, and other banned items.
- 01Israel moves Gaza crossing security checks from Rafah to Kerem Shalom to curb smuggling.
- 02Rafah crossing reopened in February for limited Gaza-Egypt movement under ceasefire terms.
- 03About 4,500 Gaza residents traveled to Egypt and 4,200 returned since reopening.
- 04Security checks include thorough luggage inspections to block unauthorized goods.
- 05Confiscated items include cigarettes, tobacco, hookahs, phones, SIM cards, and USB drives.
- 06The Land Crossings Authority and security forces now conduct inspections at Kerem Shalom.
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