U.S. State Dept Says If Rafah Gate Opens We Will Be Trying To Get American Citizens Out Of Gaza; Expects Humanitarian Assistance To Be Able To Get In; Wants To See Sustained Humanitarian Assistance Going Into Gaza
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The U.S. State Department has announced plans to evacuate American citizens from Gaza if the Rafah Gate opens. It also expects to be able to deliver humanitarian assistance and wants to see sustained aid going into Gaza.

October 19, 2023 | 5:44 pm
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