As world leaders met in Davos and signed U.S. President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace treaty, The Jerusalem Post reported that the Rafah Border Crossing will reopen next week. The crossing between Israel and Egypt has largely remained closed since 2024, when the IDF took control of the area. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously stated that the crossing would remain closed until the body of Ran Gvili is returned. Ali Shaath made the announcement by video link during an event in Davos hosted by US President Donald Trump, who convened a group of leaders to formally launch a Board of Peace initially focused on cementing Gaza’s ceasefire. The director-general of the Board of Peace, Nickolay Mladenov, corroborated Shaath’s statement, adding on X that the board were “working with Israel and the National committee for the administration of Gaza to expedite the search for the remaining Israeli hostage.” Shaath described the Rafah Crossing as more than a gate or border—it is a lifeline and a symbol of opportunity, serving as Gaza’s primary route in and out of the territory. Unlike previous limited openings, the crossing will reopen in both directions. Shaath also revealed that he will lead a 15-member committee tasked with overseeing Gaza’s daily affairs as part of the second phase of the ceasefire. The Fellowship and our supporters pray for the end to terrorist rule in Gaza, and that meaningful, positive change comes to both Gaza and Israel as we enter a new season of peacekeeping and rebuilding.