262nd aid convoy enters Gaza via Rafah terminal
The 262nd convoy of the “Zad Al-Ezza: From Egypt to Gaza” humanitarian aid campaign entered the Gaza Strip on Sunday, August 23, 2026, through the Rafah land crossing toward the Karm Abu Salem crossing in southern Gaza, following a two-day halt on Friday and Saturday for the weekly weekend break. The convoy’s trucks are carrying … The post 262nd aid convoy enters Gaza via Rafah terminal appeared…
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, the 262nd humanitarian aid convoy of the "Zad Al-Ezza: From Egypt to Gaza" campaign entered the Gaza Strip via the Rafah land crossing. The relief mission had been halted for two days due to the weekly weekend break. The convoy's trucks were delivering humanitarian supplies, such as meat, food parcels, flour, medical aid, relief materials, petroleum products, and fuel.
Israeli authorities conducted inspections of the trucks at the Karm Abu Salem crossing before they were permitted to enter Gaza. The Egyptian Red Crescent has been stationed along the border throughout the crisis, staying on standby at all logistical hubs and continuing to work towards enabling the passage of aid. Over 75,000 volunteers have participated in the organization's relief efforts.
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