The update came as the Rafah crossing was reopened after a two-day closure to allow foreign nationals to leave the war-torn region. Global Affairs confirmed Friday that 266 Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their families have been allowed to return to Canada.
The Canadian Embassy in Egypt is assisting those arriving in Cairo and providing them with food and accommodation until their travel plans are finalized. The latest number of people crossing the Gaza border is 107. who crossed the border last week.