The World from PRX

A row of trucks loaded with pallets of aid packages labeled "UAE Aid" parked along a barrier, with a child walking nearby, under a clear sky.

Rafah crossing opens but only small numbers of people are being allowed through

Full Episode
49:50

Trucks carrying humanitarian aid line up to enter the Egyptian gate of the Rafah crossing, heading for inspection by Israeli authorities before entering the Gaza Strip, Feb. 1, 2026.

Mohamed Arafat/AP

The Rafah Crossing between Gaza and Egypt is now open, after being closed for nearly two years. But only small numbers of people are being allowed through, despite thousands of Palestinians in Gaza needing medical care. Also, the story of one woman fighting for her village’s future as rising sea levels force residents along Mexico’s Gulf Coast to flee their homes. And, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest player ever to complete a Grand Slam at the Australian Open over the weekend. Plus, “Caetano and Bethania: Live” wins the Grammy for Best Global Music Album.

In This Episode

Rafah crossing opens between Gaza and Egypt
6:51
A serene coastal scene at sunset with water houses on stilts and colorful boats on calm water, beneath a sky with scattered clouds reflecting the sunlight.
Cambodia’s concrete ‘reefs’ thwart trawling and create new homes for marine life
Special Coverage
6:20
A stadium under construction with two large cranes above, partially filled with spectators, and colorful seating visible on a clear day.
Foreign laborers protest working conditions and unfair pay for renovating Barça football stadium
Special Coverage
6:03
Spain’s next tennis mastermind
1:50
A few things you might have missed
1:19
The unlikely story of El Bosque, Mexico
15:36
Students study Puerto Rico and colonialism through Bad Bunny’s latest album
5:32
Legendary Brazilian duo score major Grammy win
2:04