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What are the consequences of Israel's seizure of Gaza's Rafah crossing?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • May 8, 2024 • 24m

Israel's seizure of the Rafah Crossing worsens an already dire situation for 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza. Their last gateway to the outside world, is now closed. Why has Israel defied the US over this? And what could the consequences be for all sides?

In this episode:

  • Salman Sheikh, Founder, The Sheikh Group.
  • Nour Odeh, Political Analyst.
  • H.A. Hellyer, Senior Associate Fellow, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. 

Host: Tom McRae

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