Israel Closes All Gaza Border Crossings Following Iranian Missile Escalation
Israel's military coordination agency, COGAT, announced the immediate and indefinite closure of the Kerem Shalom and Rafah crossings into the Gaza Strip on June 8, 2026. The move follows a significant Iranian missile attack on Israel the previous evening. Authorities cited heightening security risks and the need for a re-evaluation of the regional posture. The closure halts all humanitarian and commercial traffic into the enclave, complicating ongoing aid operations.