The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened, but severe restrictions and delays are hampering the movement of people seeking to cross. Only a limited number of medical patients and their companions are allowed to leave Gaza each day, while many others wait for approval amid reports of harsh treatment, including handcuffing and interrogations by Israeli authorities. The process has been slow and fraught with confusion, with fewer people crossing than initially planned and frequent closures adding to the uncertainty. Despite these challenges, some Palestinians have expressed relief at being able to return home, even as they confront the devastation left by months of conflict.