Overview

• Egypt has refused entry to more than 150 activists at its crossings, returning many to their departure points and detaining some German participants.
• Security measures at all Egyptian airports and border posts have been heightened after Israel urged Cairo to block protesters approaching Rafah.
• Organizers say they will continue the planned 50-kilometer march from Al-Arisch to Rafah despite mounting travel restrictions.
• Prominent supporters including Zwelivelile “Mandla” Mandela and former US diplomat Hala Rharrit were slated to join the Cairo assembly before the convoy’s departure.
• A separate group of about 2,000 pro-Palestinian activists is moving through Libya en route to Egypt to reinforce the march.