Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing to assess Gaza’s humanitarian crisis firsthand

A surprise visit to the frontlines of Gaza’s crisis. Jolie’s conversations with truck drivers and Red Crescent teams reveal the brutal reality of aid delays.

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2026 January 3 . 11:20 PM

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This image is clicked on the roads. To the left, there is ambulance. To the right, there is a tent... — This image is clicked on the roads. To the left, there is ambulance. To the right, there is a tent under which many people are standing. There is also table and chair in the right of the image.

Hollywood Star Angelina Jolie Visits Rafah Border Crossing - Angelina Jolie visits Rafah crossing to assess Gaza’s humanitarian crisis firsthand

Actress and former UNHCR special envoy Angelina Jolie visited the Egyptian side of the Rafah border crossing into Gaza on Friday. She was accompanied by a U.S. delegation and met with aid workers to discuss the ongoing humanitarian situation in the region.

During her visit, Jolie spoke with representatives from the Red Crescent aid organisation. She also met truck drivers responsible for delivering essential supplies into Gaza. Questions about the condition of injured Palestinians arriving in Egypt were raised by her.

The logistics of transporting humanitarian aid into Palestinian territory formed another key part of her discussions. Jolie, who served as a UNHCR special envoy from 2012 to 2022, has long been involved in advocacy for displaced and vulnerable populations. Her previous visit to Gaza in 2022 included meetings with the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, though current leadership details were not confirmed in available reports.

The visit highlights ongoing concerns about aid access and medical support for Gaza. Jolie’s engagement with local and international aid workers underscores the challenges faced in delivering assistance to the region. No further statements were released regarding next steps or policy changes following the discussions.